May 2023 Issue of American Cinematographer
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The May 2023 issue presents coverage of Chevalier — as well as a pictorial recap of the 37th Annual ASC Awards, and profiles of Lifetime Achievement honoree Stephen Goldblatt, ASC, BSC; International Award honoree Darius Khondji, ASC, AFC; Career Achievement in Television honoree Fred Murphy, ASC; and Presidents Award honoree Charlie Lieberman, ASC. Also featured is a tribute to AMPAS Gordon E. Sawyer Award recipient Iain A. Neil.
- In his monthly column, ASC President Stephen Lighthill reflects on a memorable and historic ASC Awards celebration.
- Jess Hall, ASC, BSC breaks down his strategy for photographing Stephen Williams’ 18th-century drama Chevalier, including why he sought out experimental lenses from Panavision.
- A photo spread commemorates the 37th Annual ASC Awards for Outstanding Achievement in Cinematography, which marked a return to a ballroom celebration — and a historic moment for the Society.
- ASC Lifetime Achievement Award recipient Stephen Goldblatt, ASC, BSC discusses how early success in still photography shaped his cinematography career.
- ASC International Award recipient Darius Khondji, ASC, AFC reflects on his close collaborations with directors and why “finding the rhythm” of each project is so important.
- ASC Career Achievement in Television Award recipient Fred Murphy, ASC recalls the path that led him from celebrated feature films to award-winning television.
- ASC Presidents Award recipient Charlie Lieberman, ASC illuminates his role as one of Society’s most dedicated and active members.
- Shot Craft: Optical designer and ASC associate member Iain A. Neil receives the Gordon E. Sawyer Award, the Academy’s highest technical honor.
- Clubhouse News: The latest bulletins from the Society feature a luncheon celebrating Mandy Walker, ASC, ACS and her historic ASC Award; Academy Award winner James Friend, ASC, BSC; an ASC Education & Outreach event for Loyola Marymount University; ASC panels at Cine Gear Expo NY; new Society members Patrick Capone and Mihai Malaimare Jr.; and the 5th Annual Kodak Film Awards.
- Wrap Shot: Amadeus, shot by Miroslav Ondricek, ASC, ACK.