"Selma" cinematographer Bradford Young: "I'm not just a cameraman"

His camera eye has given us critically acclaimed movies like Selma and A Most Violent Year, but Bradford Young also wants to challenge the way people of colour are visually depicted in Hollywood films. The talented director of photography joins Shad to discuss his craft, his personal lens, and how portraying people with dignity has been a part of his family's legacy for over 100 years.
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[@goodguystv3964]

I been watching Bradford Young interviews all day this is the most insightful one as a young black visual artist

[@z28camaro79]

Definitely one of my new favorite cinematographers. Really cool, inspiring guy. Had the great opportunity of working with Bradford last year. Can't wait to see his upcoming work.

[@deluxedoorman]

That's so cool you got to work with him. He does great work I'm sure it was a valuable experience

[@CorinnaSequea]

Interested in hearing your thoughts 4 years later

[@z28camaro79]

Corinna Sequea still a big fan of Bradford and have enjoyed all of his recent work. Especially When They See US and Arrival. I’m always on the look out for anything that he does.

[@GmanTheBlackFilmNerd]

My God the levels this guy operates in is freaking amazing.

[@imtrollingson]

Haile Gerima is the teacher he was talking about. Really worth googling, especially if you love what Bradford does and how he thinks and talks.

[@kasmedify]

Genius on many levels! Old soul!

[@erwanlecornec5393]

good journalist work ! rare and good enough to notice !! good job! And Bradford Young is definitely one of the most interesting dps to listen to, he really thinks everything through !

[@lizmudenyo]

So much black excellence, love them both.

[@imtrollingson]

"Black excellence". I love it

[@smackdaddy9802]

I love Bradford Young. One of my fav DPs.

[@sunlightfilms5222]

love his work!!!

[@ImperiousImages]

Excellent interview. I learned so much.

Wonderful inspiring conversation!

[@prolifick21]

Thanks for this.

[@sriharsha5036]

The interviewer hosted Hip hop evolution on Netflix!