Part 5/8:
A Shift in Cultural Taste in Filmmaking
As the industry includes increasingly complex visual effects in many productions, the focus has shifted from creating dynamic lighting to ensuring the film can accommodate extensive post-production alterations. This has led to a more sterile look, where everything is lit flatly to accommodate varying lighting needs. There’s a burgeoning concern that directors and cinematographers may be losing the craft to selectively manipulate light and shadow, leading to a loss of both creativity and talent.