Fascinating! As a landscape/wildlife photographer I often wondered how movie color is managed and modified as well as how a standard "feel" is maintained throughout the movie. This video answered all my questions! Thanks!
For anyone who is interested, the "look development" phase is a lot like how an interior designer will create a palette for your home before any painters come in and do any painting. It's part of the planning phase and works closely with which part of the story is being told in any given scene. Using a LUT is what a lot of people would call "color correction". Some might interpret that as meaning that the colors are being corrected to their true definitions but in reality the correction is more akin to bringing the raw color data closer to what the scene design calls for by normalizing not only the colors but also things like contrast and exposure. The color grading process puts the final touches on that process.
You put it very well! Defining a look is something that should and most of times happens before a project or movie is shot and it defines the way the material is displayed! Thanks for your comment! ☺️
Your presentation is not annoying, your explanations are clear and make sense without being too academic, and your videos aren't too long. Outstanding job.
My man. I have watched so many videos on lighting, how to make your movie, look like a movie, etc. But somehow, you managed to blow every single video that I’ve ever watched altogether, totally away! I learned more about lighting in those few minutes, than I’ve ever learned in hours of other videos about lighting. i’m not even sure why, I think it’s just the way you demonstrated it so clearly. Thank you so very much.
It has always made me wonder, amazed, how the movie’s scene looks so great compared to the “making of the movie” look of the exact same scene. I would have loved to be a movie directer so I found this video so festinating. Thank you.
What i want to add is, when using practical lights and the out of frame light to „make it stronger“ it’s also to bring the light that the camera captures closer to what we experience in real life. Our eyes are very much different from a camera sensor. Very nice video! I love videos like this 🥰
You're so right at the end. Well, you're right all the way through, but especially when you talk about the look development with the help of color scientists and custom designers on set... way before even talking about color grading, which is just the cherry on top of the already delicious and perfectly crafted sundae! Good job Jimmy!
Oh, wow. What an amazing video. It‘s not only pretty informative and has a great pacing, it also makes me calm and that‘s amazing. It was pleasing to watch and I also love that these rules of cinematography were also applied to the presentation setting.
I have seen a couple of your videos and definitely plan on running through most if not all. You provide so much knowledge and value in these videos. You have just amazing knowledge in this skill and I wanted to let you know how much it's appreciated. Also the lighting and setup you have for your videos is great, you create such a comfy and warming atmosphere. The effort put into these is amazing, I never lose focus or interest when watching, and all those little subtle jokes are great!! Excited for more and would love to hear about any of your work
Your videos are always so helpful. You don't hide things like other youtubers. I loved the part in which you explained how that lady is looking out of the window and during her closeup, a motivated light is used. I can even relate with ur final words, most looks are done thru lighting during production and not color grading. Even I have a strict rule of ensuring max. adjustments while shooting so that there's no probs at all while editing.
Wow, this was very impressive. I know a thing or two about a thing or two and every time I thought "Yeah but what about ______?" you addressed it using really well thought out examples. I think you covered all the bases but in a way that was to the point. I can't stand when creators take 10 min of content and stretch it to 30, and you didn't. Most importantly, you didn't waste time with a long intro.
dude I've watched so many tutorials from other channels, and It took me so long to figure out the differences in color correcting/ grading and look, and I just binged a couple of your videos, and it feels like a light bulb (ba-dum-ts) turned on in my head. Excellent videos, bravo! Also, the grading on your videos -- chef's kiss
subscribed and liked. This is such a good introduction to lighting. Very easy to understand and well presented. I'm sure a lot of people will find this very useful.
This is a spot on explanation with simple descriptions. You adequately explain the subject of cinema look in simple terms that will also be correct at the highest levels of discourse. Congratulations on such a great piece. Though an editing you make it appear that John Daro was working on Resolve. I literally did a double take to check he was still on his Baselight.
This video was a great example of how cinematography is what truly makes all the movies we love. Imagine a movie like fight club or j unchained without it. More ppl should watch this so it can be appreciated.. cuz bad lighting or not matching it up with a previous shot, takes us out of the world we want to escape to
Such an understatement that color grading is not what makes the scene, in reality it accents the scene and motivates them past what they could do with the limitations of equipment/environment etc
Whatever the youtube algorithm is, it helped me catch your ISO video in the related section and I have been watching your videos for the last 2hrs. Very entertaining content! I went to school for Cinema and TV Arts but since I've been an AE at a boring Marketing/Ad company, my interest in how to capture a movie or any of the other topics you've touched on has gone down the drain! Your channel has sort of almost raised my interest into these concepts all over again! Thanks for the work you put into your videos 😁
Frame rate is a big factor. I recently bought a TV and by default it has this motion smoothing option on which basically changes the refresh rate and makes everything look like it was shot on video. Even watching an older movie like Saturday Night Fever looked like an afternoon soap opera. I immediately turned that feature off.
Yes, the 'movie standard' is 24 fps. It's the frame rate upscaling that ruins the movie feel...draws you in like a fly-on-the-wall documentary/ soap opera feel. TVs are best in their 'movie' mode (like THX etc...) where frame rate is 24 and colours etc...are optimised. Your brain likes realism: If you keep your eyes still and move your head from side-to-side you will note that everything is blurred while your head is in motion. When you watch a movie, your head is still and the camera pans instead...now if there is no blurring while the camera pans: Your brain calls BS on reality and you get a 'hyper real' sense that ruins the feel of a movie. High frame rates and motion smoothing are great for sport or gaming...where there's an advantage to seeing every detail. The 'soap opera effect' is downright bizarre when you take an older movie on DVD, for example, and see it upscaled to high frame rate and 4k resolution...as will happen on many modern TVs outside of the 'cinema' mode.
Those 3 different basement shots, absolutely amazing how each one gives a different type of feel and emotion Loved the video, well explained and well exampled 🙏🏼
Just a casual viewer who is a creative and saw this thumbnail and decided to watch. OMG what a great video. I found it very interesting and I learned a lot! Thank you! You did a fantastic job on this TH-cam video. 👏🏻
I'm only half way through this video and I am enjoying sooo much! You explain so nice and this is such a great refresh for filmmakers. I have saved it in my YT favourites and I've also instantly subbed to your channel. Now diving back into it with such excitement mate, thanks a lot and looking forward to watching more from your channel!
Comments like this really help me as a creator to keep making videos! Thanks man! Also I suppose you’re Italian from your name. I’m Italian too! Grazie del supporto! 🙏🏻
@Jimmy on Film if my comment could spur you on creating even one more video like this I would be the happiest guy❤ Needless to say go on and I'll be waiting for your next videos. Also, the fact you're italian too is such a great discover and the cherry on the top! (For the records, I couldn't get any italian accent in your voice...if anything I assumed you were American 😅 which fits very well with the topic of your video!)
Great video! I appreciate the effort put into the lighting and color grading. However, despite our advancements in technology, it's still challenging to replicate the authentic look and feel of a film.
Thank you so much! I have been trying for soooo long to put a name to the concept of 'look development' and everyone just said it was lighting and color grading! You have answered a longstanding question for me! Much appreciated! I can die happy;-)
Wow! Great video man! I enjoyed every second of it. The line delivery, lighting, music...everything is top notch. Clearly, you know what you are talking about. I mean, it shows in your video. Also, very nicely explained, I learned a lot. So thank you and keep up the great work.
One of the best video's on this topic! And I've seen alot of them. Great work! Also, what kind of softbox/light do you use? And a suggestion for another video, white balancing and exposing! I still have a hard time doing that correctly, I'm curious how you handle that process. Cheers!
The different frames presented at 6:36 is interestng because they are not only different - they make you FEEL different. 1. focus is on the shape of his surroundings - subject looks isolated, helpless and maybe trapped 2. focus is drawn to the background itself - subject seems to be waiting for something to appear 3. focus is on the subject's facial expression - he seems pensive, worried, ashamed
Don't forget about the frame rate! It seems arbitrary, but the cinematic 24 frame per second can go a long way for a cinematic look. A lot of the "video" look can come about because people either don't pay attention to it or think "hey if 24 fps looks good, more should be better, right?" 30-60fps are better for video games, to compensate for hand eye coordination, but look cheap in films/video.
Yeah I went into the video assuming that was the main point but he didn't mention it. 24 frames per second is EXACTLY why movies look like movies and videos look like videos. The other points in the video are not even remotely as important...
@@JasonYKim yeah! motion interpolation always makes movies look like it's a live to tape TV show or something. I think they call that something like "the soap opera effect."
Wow, what a cool video! Man that was fascinating! What a cool creative field to work in. I learned so much in only 9 minutes. I always wondered why the behind the scenes footage always looked like camcorder amateur stuff while the movies themselves had a more "real" look. Awesome!
One of *the* best presentations I've ever watched on TH-cam. Perfect pacing, excellent examples and clear explanations. Nailed it!!
Hear, hear. It was perfect ! Nothing to be added or subtracted
Absolutely 👍 was gonna comment the same, no tangent speak to leave one to decipher what to take away! Good vid Jimmy !
Great example shoots. Don't know how, but this video's example does the job better than others.
100% This video is one to keep for the books
Fascinating! As a landscape/wildlife photographer I often wondered how movie color is managed and modified as well as how a standard "feel" is maintained throughout the movie. This video answered all my questions! Thanks!
For anyone who is interested, the "look development" phase is a lot like how an interior designer will create a palette for your home before any painters come in and do any painting. It's part of the planning phase and works closely with which part of the story is being told in any given scene. Using a LUT is what a lot of people would call "color correction". Some might interpret that as meaning that the colors are being corrected to their true definitions but in reality the correction is more akin to bringing the raw color data closer to what the scene design calls for by normalizing not only the colors but also things like contrast and exposure. The color grading process puts the final touches on that process.
You put it very well! Defining a look is something that should and most of times happens before a project or movie is shot and it defines the way the material is displayed! Thanks for your comment! ☺️
Your presentation is not annoying, your explanations are clear and make sense without being too academic, and your videos aren't too long.
Outstanding job.
My man. I have watched so many videos on lighting, how to make your movie, look like a movie, etc. But somehow, you managed to blow every single video that I’ve ever watched altogether, totally away! I learned more about lighting in those few minutes, than I’ve ever learned in hours of other videos about lighting. i’m not even sure why, I think it’s just the way you demonstrated it so clearly. Thank you so very much.
It has always made me wonder, amazed, how the movie’s scene looks so great compared to the “making of the movie” look of the exact same scene. I would have loved to be a movie directer so I found this video so festinating. Thank you.
It is truly incredible how much emotion and "feel" is given to shots just by these subtle things that make them "cinematic".
What i want to add is, when using practical lights and the out of frame light to „make it stronger“ it’s also to bring the light that the camera captures closer to what we experience in real life. Our eyes are very much different from a camera sensor. Very nice video! I love videos like this 🥰
So good. Please don't change this great pacing and delivery style as your audience inevitably grows.
Damn you can really feel the extensive amount of effort put into this, I really dig it man.
Dude, this is some good stuff. Very clear and concise, and super helpful. I'm looking forward to your next video!
Thanks man!!! Happy you found it useful :)
@@jimmyonfilmAlways looking for a great channel to drop cinematic knowledge; I'm subscribed! 🎉😊
Man, this is knowledge that is so worth having, even for normal photography. Your examples are so helpful, thank you.
You're so right at the end. Well, you're right all the way through, but especially when you talk about the look development with the help of color scientists and custom designers on set... way before even talking about color grading, which is just the cherry on top of the already delicious and perfectly crafted sundae! Good job Jimmy!
extremely underrated channel fr
I work as an editor and this is the best explanation of lighting, LUT and grade to create mood I've ever heard. Thanks Jimmy!
Oh, wow. What an amazing video. It‘s not only pretty informative and has a great pacing, it also makes me calm and that‘s amazing. It was pleasing to watch and I also love that these rules of cinematography were also applied to the presentation setting.
I have seen a couple of your videos and definitely plan on running through most if not all.
You provide so much knowledge and value in these videos. You have just amazing knowledge in this skill and I wanted to let you know how much it's appreciated. Also the lighting and setup you have for your videos is great, you create such a comfy and warming atmosphere. The effort put into these is amazing, I never lose focus or interest when watching, and all those little subtle jokes are great!! Excited for more and would love to hear about any of your work
So glad I discovered you! I’ll be binging your videos all day now. Thanks so much for the great content!
Your videos are always so helpful. You don't hide things like other youtubers. I loved the part in which you explained how that lady is looking out of the window and during her closeup, a motivated light is used. I can even relate with ur final words, most looks are done thru lighting during production and not color grading. Even I have a strict rule of ensuring max. adjustments while shooting so that there's no probs at all while editing.
Phenomenal explation. I've watched dozens of these types of videos and this is the best by miles
Wow, this was very impressive. I know a thing or two about a thing or two and every time I thought "Yeah but what about ______?" you addressed it using really well thought out examples. I think you covered all the bases but in a way that was to the point. I can't stand when creators take 10 min of content and stretch it to 30, and you didn't. Most importantly, you didn't waste time with a long intro.
dude I've watched so many tutorials from other channels, and It took me so long to figure out the differences in color correcting/ grading and look, and I just binged a couple of your videos, and it feels like a light bulb (ba-dum-ts) turned on in my head. Excellent videos, bravo! Also, the grading on your videos -- chef's kiss
your videos are helping me understand so much, keep up the good work and thank you for all of this!
Wow, thank you so much. Clear, concise, short. Just enough but not too much. Well done, Sir
subscribed and liked. This is such a good introduction to lighting. Very easy to understand and well presented. I'm sure a lot of people will find this very useful.
great video, loved your practical examples, especially the composition ones
You have a such a brilliant way of explaining things. Really insightful thank you!
This is a spot on explanation with simple descriptions. You adequately explain the subject of cinema look in simple terms that will also be correct at the highest levels of discourse.
Congratulations on such a great piece.
Though an editing you make it appear that John Daro was working on Resolve. I literally did a double take to check he was still on his Baselight.
This video was a great example of how cinematography is what truly makes all the movies we love. Imagine a movie like fight club or j unchained without it. More ppl should watch this so it can be appreciated.. cuz bad lighting or not matching it up with a previous shot, takes us out of the world we want to escape to
An excellent video - thanks for clearing up a few things I never really knew much about!
Such an understatement that color grading is not what makes the scene, in reality it accents the scene and motivates them past what they could do with the limitations of equipment/environment etc
Whatever the youtube algorithm is, it helped me catch your ISO video in the related section and I have been watching your videos for the last 2hrs. Very entertaining content! I went to school for Cinema and TV Arts but since I've been an AE at a boring Marketing/Ad company, my interest in how to capture a movie or any of the other topics you've touched on has gone down the drain! Your channel has sort of almost raised my interest into these concepts all over again! Thanks for the work you put into your videos 😁
As a film editing student, this was wonderful to watch. I learned a couple new things too. Awesome video
This is exactly the kind of video i was looking for, great video.
Frame rate is a big factor. I recently bought a TV and by default it has this motion smoothing option on which basically changes the refresh rate and makes everything look like it was shot on video. Even watching an older movie like Saturday Night Fever looked like an afternoon soap opera. I immediately turned that feature off.
Yes, the 'movie standard' is 24 fps. It's the frame rate upscaling that ruins the movie feel...draws you in like a fly-on-the-wall documentary/ soap opera feel. TVs are best in their 'movie' mode (like THX etc...) where frame rate is 24 and colours etc...are optimised. Your brain likes realism: If you keep your eyes still and move your head from side-to-side you will note that everything is blurred while your head is in motion. When you watch a movie, your head is still and the camera pans instead...now if there is no blurring while the camera pans: Your brain calls BS on reality and you get a 'hyper real' sense that ruins the feel of a movie. High frame rates and motion smoothing are great for sport or gaming...where there's an advantage to seeing every detail. The 'soap opera effect' is downright bizarre when you take an older movie on DVD, for example, and see it upscaled to high frame rate and 4k resolution...as will happen on many modern TVs outside of the 'cinema' mode.
Super interesting, and so great with the examples for everything. Thank you!
Those 3 different basement shots, absolutely amazing how each one gives a different type of feel and emotion
Loved the video, well explained and well exampled 🙏🏼
Just a casual viewer who is a creative and saw this thumbnail and decided to watch. OMG what a great video. I found it very interesting and I learned a lot! Thank you! You did a fantastic job on this TH-cam video. 👏🏻
This is an excellent video! I'm showing it to my students. It explains everything in a very smooth way with very good examples. Thank you Jimmy!
I'm only half way through this video and I am enjoying sooo much! You explain so nice and this is such a great refresh for filmmakers. I have saved it in my YT favourites and I've also instantly subbed to your channel. Now diving back into it with such excitement mate, thanks a lot and looking forward to watching more from your channel!
Comments like this really help me as a creator to keep making videos! Thanks man! Also I suppose you’re Italian from your name. I’m Italian too! Grazie del supporto! 🙏🏻
@Jimmy on Film if my comment could spur you on creating even one more video like this I would be the happiest guy❤ Needless to say go on and I'll be waiting for your next videos. Also, the fact you're italian too is such a great discover and the cherry on the top! (For the records, I couldn't get any italian accent in your voice...if anything I assumed you were American 😅 which fits very well with the topic of your video!)
Great video! I appreciate the effort put into the lighting and color grading. However, despite our advancements in technology, it's still challenging to replicate the authentic look and feel of a film.
Simple, clear, concise. Great video.
Very interesting, also love your calm voice tone and background music.
Wow! Live examples answered my questions already! Great instructor indeed.
Super interesting and well-presented, especially in combination with the real-world and Hollywood examples. Incredibly helpful🤯
Really concise and yet, very artistic in your wording. Nice job.
This was such a great video. You explained the concepts so well
Thanks for the clear and easy to follow information!
Amazing details and examples. Thank you for sharing 😊
Awesome video!!! It felt very short but you covered a lot! Thank you very much!!!
Thank you so much! I have been trying for soooo long to put a name to the concept of 'look development' and everyone just said it was lighting and color grading! You have answered a longstanding question for me! Much appreciated! I can die happy;-)
Its like a professional lesson bro thank you for sharibg your knowledge
Simply excellent. This video is a masterpiece.
Beautiful. Just beautiful.
Very informative! Great vid! Love this content
What a nice video. I enjoyed that!
Wow! Great video man! I enjoyed every second of it. The line delivery, lighting, music...everything is top notch. Clearly, you know what you are talking about. I mean, it shows in your video. Also, very nicely explained, I learned a lot. So thank you and keep up the great work.
Thanks man!! Appreciate it and happy you learned something new from it :)
Your voice and the pacing of video was so good that it kept me hooked till the very end of the video.
Brilliant video, thank you so much.
A perfect video for someone new to directing like myself. Thanks, Jimmy 👏🏾
Thank you so much for your explaination. Super interesting!
thank you for the clear explanation. learned a lot which makes me appreciate some film even more.
that was so helpful, thank you for such in depth explanation and pointing out the factors
Such an easy way of explaining with practical examples 💜
Great video and examples on getting the film look. Nice work.
Damn dude! Great work there! 👏🏻
Very clear explanation! Great job!
This video has widened my horizons so much, thank you🙏
Quite a survey of the methods involved in image creation. Lots of visual food for thought. Glad I watched ...
Very good explanation well done!
very well presented my man!! going back to basic is always good. Thank you
Excellent. Straight-forward. Informative. One of the best online.
I enjoyed watching, you went in depth with your explanation for all the methods.
Wow, perfect and compact explained. Thanks!
Interesting, cool video. Very well done. Not all videos on lighting are that well lit. You must be the man! 😄
Thank you very much! This video is so helpful.
This was such a great watch, I actually learned a lot from this. You deserve way more subs my guy!
great video bro! Really learned something. keep it pushing
Fascinating! You answered a question I’ve had for decades!
Thank you for the wonderful explanation! The best 10 minutes I spent on TH-cam this summer! (I'm a portrait, event photographer, still learned a lot)
Great video, I’d like to see you break down some popular films with great lighting.
Absolute great explanation - Thank You !
excellent and informative video! Thanks !
One of the best video's on this topic! And I've seen alot of them. Great work! Also, what kind of softbox/light do you use?
And a suggestion for another video, white balancing and exposing! I still have a hard time doing that correctly, I'm curious how you handle that process. Cheers!
Dude ❤️ I've watched many popular channels like studiobinders,film riot ect.. But your presentation is too good👍🏻 simple but catchy and powerful.
Great information and examples, thanks!
Dude! Best explanation ever
Wow!!! One of the amazing presentation i have seen in youtube
learnt good stuff about lighting thanks buddy
Very interesting! Love the explanations, examples and the calm vibe👌
Amazing, useful and well paced video
The different frames presented at 6:36 is interestng because they are not only different - they make you FEEL different.
1. focus is on the shape of his surroundings - subject looks isolated, helpless and maybe trapped
2. focus is drawn to the background itself - subject seems to be waiting for something to appear
3. focus is on the subject's facial expression - he seems pensive, worried, ashamed
Amazing. Such a succinct presentation. Love it.
You’re actually the best at explaining everything. You’re helping everyone
Thanks! I appreciate it. Happy it was useful :)
Don't forget about the frame rate! It seems arbitrary, but the cinematic 24 frame per second can go a long way for a cinematic look. A lot of the "video" look can come about because people either don't pay attention to it or think "hey if 24 fps looks good, more should be better, right?" 30-60fps are better for video games, to compensate for hand eye coordination, but look cheap in films/video.
This 100%. I can get over poor lighting or composition but high frame rate is a movie killer for me.
@@lolzlolz102 and me
Yeah I went into the video assuming that was the main point but he didn't mention it. 24 frames per second is EXACTLY why movies look like movies and videos look like videos. The other points in the video are not even remotely as important...
The worst is when I go to a friends house and they have a TV that automatically up converts 24 FPS to 48. Ruins the look of every movie.
@@JasonYKim yeah! motion interpolation always makes movies look like it's a live to tape TV show or something. I think they call that something like "the soap opera effect."
Brilliant video! Good job!!
Wow, what a cool video! Man that was fascinating! What a cool creative field to work in. I learned so much in only 9 minutes. I always wondered why the behind the scenes footage always looked like camcorder amateur stuff while the movies themselves had a more "real" look. Awesome!
Fantastic !!! Thank you so much 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
Well done and very informative. Thankyou.
Genuinely a great tutorial. Very well done.