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The Art of Horror Cinematography with Lowell A. Meyer and James Kniest — LIVE at Screamfest 2026
vendredi 23 octobre 2026 • Durée 01:03:27
In this episode of The Making Of, recorded live at the Screamfest Horror Film Festival in Hollywood in October 2026, host Michael Valinsky moderates an engaging conversation with cinematographers Lowell A. Meyer (Other Mommy, Knock at the Cabin) and James Kniest (Annabelle, The Haunting of Bly Manor). Presented by ShotDeck, The Art of Horror Cinematography explores the creative and technical craft behind bringing horror to life on screen — from lighting and camera movement to building atmosphere, suspense, and visual tension. Both cinematographers share insights into their creative processes, collaborations with directors, and the art of creating unforgettable cinematic imagery.
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Go behind the scenes of Harvard Athletics’ production workflow and learn how it’s pushing the boundaries of live, cross-platform sports storytelling. Read the full interview to find out how NDI/SDI gateway, streaming, fiber/SDI conversion and USB 3.0 capture devices from AJA streamline its day-to-day operations, saving countless hours and headaches.
How to Choose the Right Desktop Storage for Video Workflows
For video and post-production professionals, choosing desktop storage comes down to balancing capacity, speed, and connectivity. This guide breaks down when HDD, SSD, single-bay, multi-bay, USB, and Thunderbolt solutions make the most sense, helping you match your storage to active editing, backup, archive, and high-performance post workflows.
Unlimited music uses in unlimited productions. One straightforward license. And now free Sound FX too!
CSS Music gives filmmakers and content creators access to music from human composers, backed by a broad standard license with unlimited uses, unlimited productions, and no time limits.
Find the right track faster with powerful search options, then customize it for your production with custom-length and stem extraction tools. Plus, easily create playlists and generate cue sheets—all designed to make music licensing and production simpler.
No hassles. No surprises. Just great music and tools built for creators.
Raise a glass on December 5th at the Women In Media Holiday Toast! Join us in honoring trailblazers Cybel Martin, ASC, cinematographer; Laura Karpman, award-winning composer; and Tessa Blake, director, producer, and writer. Enjoy a champagne brunch, engaging honoree panel, and silent auction— as well as tributes celebrating these legends! Get tickets here.
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ZEISS Introduces Horizon Anamorphic: Full-Frame 2x Anamorphics with a New Lens Technology Platform
ZEISS unveils the Horizon Anamorphic series, a new lineup of full-frame 2x anamorphic cinema lenses designed to deliver a distinctive cinematic look along with a new lens technology platform that answers the need for speed and precision demanded by contemporary production workflows.
Spanning 35mm to 200mm across seven focal lengths, Horizon lenses combine their anamorphic look—incorporating a pronounced oval bokeh and stretched sense of spatial depth—with a lightweight, fully integrated motorized system that eliminates the need for external focus or iris motors. Read more here
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“Primetime” Editor Daniel Garber ACE on Cutting the A24 Feature Film
jeudi 15 octobre 2026 • Durée 19:28
In this episode, we welcome Daniel GarberACE, editor of the new A24 film Primetime, directed by Lance Oppenheim and starring Robert Pattinson. In our conversation, Daniel shares his journey into filmmaking, his approach to storytelling through editing, and the making of Primetime. He also discusses his longtime collaboration with Oppenheim, the creative decisions behind shaping the film’s pacing and tension, and the editing tools and techniques used throughout the production. Daniel also offers valuable insights and advice for the next generation of filmmakers.
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How Harvard scales sports production
Go behind the scenes of Harvard Athletics’ production workflow and learn how it’s pushing the boundaries of live, cross-platform sports storytelling. Read the full interview to find out how NDI/SDI gateway, streaming, fiber/SDI conversion and USB 3.0 capture devices from AJA streamline its day-to-day operations, saving countless hours and headaches.
How to Choose the Right Desktop Storage for Video Workflows
For video and post-production professionals, choosing desktop storage comes down to balancing capacity, speed, and connectivity. This guide breaks down when HDD, SSD, single-bay, multi-bay, USB, and Thunderbolt solutions make the most sense, helping you match your storage to active editing, backup, archive, and high-performance post workflows.
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Director Kate Dolan on Crafting “SOULM8TE,” Part of the M3GAN Universe, Produced by James Wan
mercredi 7 octobre 2026 • Durée 24:46
In this episode, we talk with director Kate Dolan about SOULM8TE, the latest addition to the M3GAN universe, produced by James Wan. Kate, whose previous work includes the acclaimed horror feature You Are Not My Mother, takes us inside the making of SOULM8TE, discussing her approach to directing and storytelling, and how she collaborated with her creative team to shape the film’s distinctive visual style and atmosphere. She also reflects on her journey as a filmmaker and shares advice for the next generation of directors and storytellers.
“The Making Of”is presented by AJA:
How Harvard scales sports production
Go behind the scenes of Harvard Athletics’ production workflow and learn how it’s pushing the boundaries of live, cross-platform sports storytelling. Read the full interview to find out how NDI/SDI gateway, streaming, fiber/SDI conversion and USB 3.0 capture devices from AJA streamline its day-to-day operations, saving countless hours and headaches.
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“Futurama” Showrunner David X. Cohen on the New Season, Collaborating with Matt Groening, & More
jeudi 24 septembre 2026 • Durée 20:53
In this episode, we welcome four-time Emmy Award winner David X. Cohen, co-creator, executive producer and head writer of Futurama. David takes us inside the making of the iconic animated series, from its origins and his longtime collaboration with Matt Groening on The Simpsons, to the creative process behind Futurama and its new season. He also shares insights and advice for today’s writers and creators developing their own original work.
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From FS8 to OG-FiDO-4, AJA’s newest products address modern production demands. A 12G-SDI/SMPTE ST 2110 Media Processor, FS8 delivers powerful tools for navigating mismatched frame rates, rasters, and color spaces, streamlining audio routing, and more. OG-FiDO-4 openGear four-channelSDI/Fiber conversion cards let teams extend SDI infrastructure over fiber. Explore here
Vimeo Announces 2nd Annual Short Film Grant
Launched in 2025, this initiative supports the production of artistically driven short films by awarding five emerging filmmakers with money, mentorship, and access to gear for the production of their next short film projects.
Following this open call for submissions, a dream team jury featuring Koganada, Josephine Decker, Pete Ohs, Sarah Winshall, and Jomo Fray, ASC will select five winners to each receive a $60,000 cash production grant, access to select Panavision camera packages and OWC storage, one-on-one mentorship with the jury, screenings, distribution and promotion on Vimeo, and more.
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“Mayday” Directors John Francis Daley & Jonathan Goldstein on Making the Apple TV Film
mercredi 16 septembre 2026 • Durée 25:37
In this episode of The Making Of, we’re joined by John Francis Daley and Jonathan Goldstein, the writer-director team behind Vacation, Game Night, and Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves, to go behind the scenes of their latest film, Apple TV’s MAYDAY, starring Ryan Reynolds and Kenneth Branagh. John and Jonathan take us inside the making of MAYDAY, reflect on the creative partnership they’ve built across more than a decade, and share advice for the next generation of filmmakers.
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Tackle production problems head-on with AJA’s latest products
From FS8 to OG-FiDO-4, AJA’s newest products address modern production demands. A 12G-SDI/SMPTE ST 2110 Media Processor, FS8 delivers powerful tools for navigating mismatched frame rates, rasters, and color spaces, streamlining audio routing, and more. OG-FiDO-4 openGear four-channelSDI/Fiber conversion cards let teams extend SDI infrastructure over fiber.
Unlimited music. Unlimited productions. One straightforward license.
CSS Music gives filmmakers and content creators access to music from human composers, backed by a broad standard license with unlimited uses, unlimited productions, and no time limits.
Find the right track faster with 8 powerful search options, then customize it for your production with custom-length and stem extraction tools. Plus, easily create playlists and generate cue sheets—all designed to make music licensing and production simpler.
No hassles. No surprises. Just great music and tools built for creators.
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Carlson Young on Directing “The Last Sunrise” for Amazon MGM Studios
jeudi 10 septembre 2026 • Durée 16:04
In this episode, we sit down with filmmaker Carlson Young to discuss her latest feature, The Last Sunrise, and her evolution from actor to director. Carlson reflects on her early years in front of the camera, including Scream: The TV Series and Emily in Paris, and how those experiences shaped her instincts as a filmmaker. She also takes us inside the making of The Last Sunrise, her collaboration with cinematographer Rob Givens, and shares advice for emerging filmmakers building their own careers.
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From FS8 to OG-FiDO-4, AJA’s newest products address modern production demands. A 12G-SDI/SMPTE ST 2110 Media Processor, FS8 delivers powerful tools for navigating mismatched frame rates, rasters, and color spaces, streamlining audio routing, and more. OG-FiDO-4 openGear four-channelSDI/Fiber conversion cards let teams extend SDI infrastructure over fiber.
OWC is bringing new storage and connectivity built for demanding video workflows to IBC 2026, including the Thunderbolt 5 Dock with Dual HDMI and the USB4 Hub. Stop by the booth to go hands-on with the gear and talk shop with the team.
SportStream is a three-day event featuring vendors and experts focused on the impact of live streaming and production in today’s dynamic world of sports. Discover tips, tricks, and tools for remote production, live video streaming, professional graphics, and instant replay — all designed to help you capture the action and excitement of every game. From schools to pro leagues, we’re here to provide you with everything you need to elevate your sports productions and live streams. Join us September 15 – 17th, 2026! Your FREE one-time registration gains you access to three days of informative webinars, interviews with industry guests, live demos, chances to win great prizes, and more!
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PBS KIDS’ Sara DeWitt on Back-to-School Programming, Navigating Funding Challenges & More
mardi 1 septembre 2026 • Durée 20:47
In this episode, we welcome Sara DeWitt, SVP & GM of PBS KIDS and Education, for a wide-ranging conversation about her background and career, her leadership role at PBS KIDS, and the organization’s mission to educate and inspire children nationwide. We discuss current and back-to-school programming, supporting early literacy, and how PBS KIDS is navigating funding challenges while continuing its educational mission. Sara also shares her perspective on the future of children’s media, education, and much more.
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SportStream
Sept. 15 | Virtual
SportStream is a three-day event featuring vendors and experts focused on the impact of live streaming and production in today’s dynamic world of sports. Discover tips, tricks, and tools for remote production, live video streaming, professional graphics, and instant replay — all designed to help you capture the action and excitement of every game. From schools to pro leagues, we’re here to provide you with everything you need to elevate your sports productions and live streams. Join us Sept 15–17th! Your FREE registration gains you access to three days of informative webinars, interviews with industry guests, live demos, chances to win great prizes, and more!
“LION” Cinematographer Sophie Darlington ASC on Crafting the Disney+ and National Geographic Documentary
mercredi 26 août 2026 • Durée 25:35
In this episode, we welcome Sophie Darlington ASC, an award-winning cinematographer whose remarkable career has taken her around the world capturing wildlife and the natural world. In our conversation, she takes us behind the scenes of LION, sharing how she filmed the documentary over the course of four years in the wild, and what went into bringing the Jon Favreau–executive-produced project to life. She discusses the technologies used to craft the film’s stunning imagery, along with the challenges of this type of production.
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Post|Production World New York
Oct. 20-21 | New York
Sharpen your edit, your motion graphics, and your AI workflow in two days. Post|Production World New York brings certified trainers and working pros to NAB Show New York, October 20-21, with hands-on sessions in Premiere, After Effects, DaVinci Resolve, and Cinema 4D. Registration includes show floor access.
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How 3 Indie Filmmakers Made an $8,000 Horror Feature—and Got Distribution
jeudi 20 août 2026 • Durée 39:58
In this episode, we welcome co-directors Christian Hurley and Ben Oliphint, and producer Matt Wassong—the filmmakers behind the horror feature A Most Atrocious Thing, made for just $8,000 and ultimately landing distribution on Roku and other platforms. In our conversation, the team shares the inspiration behind the film, writing it during the pandemic, shooting the feature on a shoestring budget, and navigating its evolving post-production process. They also demystify indie film distribution—sharing their experiences on the festival circuit, making a key connection at Tubi, and other secrets behind the film’s success.
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Screamfest 2026
October 6-15 | Los Angeles, CA
Ready for a thrill? Screamfest returns October 6–15 with ten nights of spine-chilling world premieres, terrifying shorts, and exclusive filmmaker Q&As and panels. Catch the newest discoveries in horror on the big screen before anyone else. Don’t wait—secure your festival passes and tickets today before they sell out! Learn more here
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“Widow’s Bay” Cinematographer, Editor & Sound Mixer on Crafting the Hit Apple TV Series
mercredi 12 août 2026 • Durée 35:25
In this episode, we welcome the creative team behind the 19-time Emmy-nominated Apple TV series Widow’s Bay—cinematographer Christian Sprenger ASC, editor Isaac Hagy ACE, and production sound mixer Kevin S. Parker. In our conversation, Christian, Isaac, and Kevin take us behind the scenes of the series, sharing how they helped create its distinctive blend of horror, comedy, mystery, and character. They break down the elements that shape the world of Widow’s Bay, while exploring their collaboration, and the tools and techniques behind some of the series’ most memorable moments. They also offer advice for students and filmmakers looking to improve their craft and grow their careers.
“The Making Of” is presented by AJA:
Futureproofing with IP video
As production workflows rapidly evolve, IP video is key to building more scalable, future-ready pipelines. To get up to speed on the IP fundamentals and gain insights into the various IP paths – like ST 2110, NDI, Dante AV, and SRT – download AJA’s free IP video white paper today.
A Solution Built Around Your Workflow
The OWC Express 4M2 Ultra is available in a range of configurations to fit your workflow and budget. Choose from ready-to-run solutions with up to 32TB of high-performance NVMe storage, giving you the speed, capacity, and reliability needed for everything from multi-camera editing to demanding VFX and finishing workflows. Available now. Learn morehere
Elgato Prompter XL
The Elgato Prompter XL is a professional all-in-one teleprompter with a 15.6” removable display and a reading range of up to 15 feet. Featuring USB 3.2 connectivity and broad compatibility, it’s ideal for live productions and content creation. Available now at —call 800-323-2325 to learn more.
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Find the right track faster with 8 powerful search options, then customize it for your production with custom-length and stem extraction tools. Plus, easily create playlists and generate cue sheets—all designed to make music licensing and production simpler.
No hassles. No surprises. Just great music and tools built for creators.
Launched in 1985, FILM THREAT magazine established itself as the most respected authority in covering cult, underground and independent cinema. Our upcoming Compendium and Digital Archive celebrate the spirit of true indie film. This project is about preserving the cinema history you care about, and we need your help to bring it to life!
The ATOMOS SUMO PRO-19 combines a 19-inch 4K HDR DCI-P3 monitor, multi-camera recorder, and live switcher into one powerful solution for on-set review and video village workflows. With four SDI inputs, ISO recording, NDI HX3, ProRes/DNx/ProRes RAW recording, advanced monitoring tools, and XLR audio, it delivers a complete monitor-record-switch workflow for modern production. Learn more by calling Videoguys at 800-323-2325.
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How to Choose the Right Desktop Storage for Video Workflows:
For video and post-production professionals, choosing desktop storage comes down to balancing capacity, speed, and connectivity. This guide breaks down when HDD, SSD, single-bay, multi-bay, USB, and Thunderbolt solutions make the most sense, helping you match your storage to active editing, backup, archive, and high-performance post workflows.
Unlimited music. Unlimited productions. One straightforward license.
CSS Music gives filmmakers and content creators access to music from human composers, backed by a broad standard license with unlimited uses, unlimited productions, and no time limits.
Find the right track faster with 8 powerful search options, then customize it for your production with custom-length and stem extraction tools. Plus, easily create playlists and generate cue sheets—all designed to make music licensing and production simpler.
No hassles. No surprises. Just great music and tools built for creators.
ZEISS Introduces Horizon Anamorphic: Full-Frame 2x Anamorphics with a New Lens Technology Platform
ZEISS unveils the Horizon Anamorphic series, a new lineup of full-frame 2x anamorphic cinema lenses designed to deliver a distinctive cinematic look along with a new lens technology platform that answers the need for speed and precision demanded by contemporary production workflows.
Spanning 35mm to 200mm across seven focal lengths, Horizon lenses combine their anamorphic look—incorporating a pronounced oval bokeh and stretched sense of spatial depth—with a lightweight, fully integrated motorized system that eliminates the need for external focus or iris motors. Visit here
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Sept. 2026 - Ep. 152.
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Post|Production World New York returns to NAB Show New York, Oct 20-21 at the Javits Center. Two days of high-impact training in editing, motion graphics, AI workflows, & visual storytelling, taught by the industry’s leading trainers in Premiere, After Effects, DaVinci Resolve, and Cinema 4D. Discount Code: PPWTMO
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Cinematography, technology, and the next generation - at the iconic Cinecittà Studios, Rome. Join us for Cineverse from 16–17 October 2026. Two days of exhibition, technology, AIC IMAGO panels, Frame Bar sessions and networking. Discover the people, ideas and innovations shaping the future of cinematography, from established industry voices to the next generation of talent.
Unlimited music. Unlimited productions. One straightforward license.
CSS Music gives filmmakers and content creators access to music from human composers, backed by a broad standard license with unlimited uses, unlimited productions, and no time limits.
Find the right track faster with 8 powerful search options, then customize it for your production with custom-length and stem extraction tools. Plus, easily create playlists and generate cue sheets—all designed to make music licensing and production simpler.
No hassles. No surprises. Just great music and tools built for creators.
ZEISS Introduces Horizon Anamorphic: Full-Frame 2x Anamorphics with a New Lens Technology Platform
ZEISS unveils the Horizon Anamorphic series, a new lineup of full-frame 2x anamorphic cinema lenses designed to deliver a distinctive cinematic look along with a new lens technology platform that answers the need for speed and precision demanded by contemporary production workflows.
Spanning 35mm to 200mm across seven focal lengths, Horizon lenses combine their anamorphic look—incorporating a pronounced oval bokeh and stretched sense of spatial depth—with a lightweight, fully integrated motorized system that eliminates the need for external focus or iris motors. Visit here
Meet G-RAID PROJECT 2
G-RAID PROJECT 2 delivers high-performance storage for demanding video workflows. With dual 7200RPM Ultrastar enterprise-class drives, Thunderbolt 3, and capacities up to 52TB, it’s built for 4K, 8K, VR, and content-intensive projects. Shop at Videoguys or call 800-323-2325 for expert advice. Visit here
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Sept. 2026 - Ep. 151.
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Post|Production World New York returns to NAB Show New York, October 20-21 at the Javits Center. Two days of high-impact training in editing, motion graphics, AI workflows, and visual storytelling, taught by the industry’s leading trainers in Premiere, After Effects, DaVinci Resolve, and Cinema 4D.
The OWC Express 4M2 Ultra is available in a range of configurations to fit your workflow and budget. Choose from ready-to-run solutions with up to 32TB of high-performance NVMe storage, giving you the speed, capacity, and reliability needed for everything from multi-camera editing to demanding VFX and finishing workflows. Available now. Explorehere
ZEISS Introduces Horizon Anamorphic: Full-Frame 2x Anamorphics with a New Lens Technology Platform
ZEISS unveils the Horizon Anamorphic series, a new lineup of full-frame 2x anamorphic cinema lenses designed to deliver a distinctive cinematic look along with a new lens technology platform that answers the need for speed and precision demanded by contemporary production workflows.
Spanning 35mm to 200mm across seven focal lengths, Horizon lenses combine their anamorphic look—incorporating a pronounced oval bokeh and stretched sense of spatial depth—with a lightweight, fully integrated motorized system that eliminates the need for external focus or iris motors. Visit here
Meet G-RAID PROJECT 2
G-RAID PROJECT 2 delivers high-performance storage for demanding video workflows. With dual 7200RPM Ultrastar enterprise-class drives, Thunderbolt 3, and capacities up to 52TB, it’s built for 4K, 8K, VR, and content-intensive projects. Shop at Videoguys or call 800-323-2325 for expert advice. Visit here
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Sept. 2026 - Ep. 150.
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ZEISS Introduces Horizon Anamorphic: Full-Frame 2x Anamorphics with a New Lens Technology Platform
ZEISS unveils the Horizon Anamorphic series, a new lineup of full-frame 2x anamorphic cinema lenses designed to deliver a distinctive cinematic look along with a new lens technology platform that answers the need for speed and precision demanded by contemporary production workflows.
Spanning 35mm to 200mm across seven focal lengths, Horizon lenses combine their anamorphic look—incorporating a pronounced oval bokeh and stretched sense of spatial depth—with a lightweight, fully integrated motorized system that eliminates the need for external focus or iris motors. Visit here
Meet G-RAID PROJECT 2
G-RAID PROJECT 2 delivers high-performance storage for demanding video workflows. With dual 7200RPM Ultrastar enterprise-class drives, Thunderbolt 3, and capacities up to 52TB, it’s built for 4K, 8K, VR, and content-intensive projects. Shop at Videoguys or call 800-323-2325 for expert advice.
Reach 275,000 film industry, broadcast pros, and content creators reading this weekly newsletter. To explore advertising opportunities, please email mvalinsky@me.com
The OWC Express 4M2 Ultra is available in a range of configurations to fit your workflow and budget. Choose from ready-to-run solutions with up to 32TB of high-performance NVMe storage, giving you the speed, capacity, and reliability needed for everything from multi-camera editing to demanding VFX and finishing workflows. Available now.
The Elgato Prompter XL is a professional all-in-one teleprompter with a 15.6” removable display and a reading range of up to 15 feet. Featuring USB 3.2 connectivity and broad compatibility, it’s ideal for live productions and content creation. Available now at Videoguys.com—call 800-323-2325 to learn more.
ZEISS Introduces Horizon Anamorphic: Full-Frame 2x Anamorphics with a New Lens Technology Platform
ZEISS unveils the Horizon Anamorphic series, a new lineup of full-frame 2x anamorphic cinema lenses designed to deliver a distinctive cinematic look along with a new lens technology platform that answers the need for speed and precision demanded by contemporary production workflows.
Spanning 35mm to 200mm across seven focal lengths, Horizon lenses combine their anamorphic look—incorporating a pronounced oval bokeh and stretched sense of spatial depth—with a lightweight, fully integrated motorized system that eliminates the need for external focus or iris motors. Explore here
Podcast Rewind:
Aug. 2026 - Ep. 148.
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The Elgato Prompter XL is a professional all-in-one teleprompter with a 15.6” removable display and a reading range of up to 15 feet. Featuring USB 3.2 connectivity and broad compatibility, it’s ideal for live productions and content creation. Available now at Videoguys.com—call 800-323-2325 to learn more.
ZEISS Introduces Horizon Anamorphic: Full-Frame 2x Anamorphics with a New Lens Technology Platform
ZEISS unveils the Horizon Anamorphic series, a new lineup of full-frame 2x anamorphic cinema lenses designed to deliver a distinctive cinematic look along with a new lens technology platform that answers the need for speed and precision demanded by contemporary production workflows.
Spanning 35mm to 200mm across seven focal lengths, Horizon lenses combine their anamorphic look—incorporating a pronounced oval bokeh and stretched sense of spatial depth—with a lightweight, fully integrated motorized system that eliminates the need for external focus or iris motors. Read more here
Podcast Rewind:
July 2026 - Ep. 147.
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ZEISS Introduces Horizon Anamorphic: Full-Frame 2x Anamorphics with a New Lens Technology Platform
ZEISS unveils the Horizon Anamorphic series, a new lineup of full-frame 2x anamorphic cinema lenses designed to deliver a distinctive cinematic look along with a new lens technology platform that answers the need for speed and precision demanded by contemporary production workflows.
Spanning 35mm to 200mm across seven focal lengths, Horizon lenses combine their anamorphic look—incorporating a pronounced oval bokeh and stretched sense of spatial depth—with a lightweight, fully integrated motorized system that eliminates the need for external focus or iris motors. Read more here
Elgato Prompter XL
The Elgato Prompter XL is a professional all-in-one teleprompter with a 15.6” removable display and a reading range of up to 15 feet. Featuring USB 3.2 connectivity and broad compatibility, it’s ideal for live productions and content creation. Available now at Videoguys.com—call 800-323-2325 to learn more.
Reach 275K film production industry, broadcast pros, and content creators reading this newsletter. To explore advertising, please email mvalinsky@me.com
ZEISS Introduces Horizon Anamorphic: Full-Frame 2x Anamorphics with a New Lens Technology Platform
ZEISS unveils the Horizon Anamorphic series, a new lineup of full-frame 2x anamorphic cinema lenses designed to deliver a distinctive cinematic look along with a new lens technology platform that answers the need for speed and precision demanded by contemporary production workflows.
Spanning 35mm to 200mm across seven focal lengths, Horizon lenses combine their anamorphic look—incorporating a pronounced oval bokeh and stretched sense of spatial depth—with a lightweight, fully integrated motorized system that eliminates the need for external focus or iris motors. Read more here
Podcast Rewind:
July 2026 - Ep. 145.
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