The Evolving Role of a DP in Virtual Production | Eben Bolter, BSC (The Last of Us)

It's no secret that Hollywood's most promising emerging technology is virtual production. It has paved the way for productions to shoot in environments never imagined with the consistency and efficiency never possible before. Of course, we can't have a conversation about virtual production without discussing how it affects the modern cinematographer, and the mindset and preparation you need in order to start working in virtual environments. Our very own Ben Dynice, Director of Product (UI/UX), and acclaimed cinematographer Eben Bolter, BSC (The Last of Us, Secret Invasion) have a dialogue about the evolution of cinematography practices, answering the question on everybody's mind: What does a DP need to know about shooting virtual production?
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[@nauticfilms]

nice touch with the wheels.

[@rodrigolev1]

nice piece of knowledge

[@RomainBessong]

Aputure does not disappoint as always. That was a very interesting conversation. Even though i am in Ghana I truly feel like i am a part of this Company. I will be purchasing the Amaran 200d S and the Light Box II. I just can't wait to light my videos properly.

[@grantmacallister]

Great interview!

[@danielgrindrod]

Thanks so much for sharing this, fantastic interview!

[@stekrenn]

Very interesting interview. Thanks for that! :D

[@sammorganmoore]

So how does sidus fall into all of this. Say we have a bground film with passing carlights that could hit the talent how will the lights on the stage be controlled to match the background plate film?? When do we can an app that we can 'play' a set of lighting keyframes?

[@emodate]

7:11 Reality is breaking! lol

[@Imaginelotus]

Hi Aputure, how can I go about shooting BTS for something like this?

[@Michal_Kedzierski]

Lol 6:23

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All that gear and the crappiest mics lmaooooo