I feel the exact same way. I sit there at my job that I'm unhappy at, And I say I have so much vision, creativity, and ideas that are just sitting there waiting to be brought to an audience. Remember me I will bring my vision into your world.
I've never been that kid that found his dad's 8mm camera in the attic and started shooting film since childhood, my road was for more messy. Thank you, sir, this is really motivating to see and hear.
1. Be patient and proactive when opportunities arise. 2. Embrace things outside of your control. 3. Form your own career path. 4. Don't be afraid to start before you are ready. 5. Be flexible and focus on building relationships with directors.
It's fascinating to hear Hoyte van Hoytema distill the essence of his journey and career into key principles. The transition from unemployment to being one of the most sought-after cinematographers in the world is a testament not only to his talent but also to his resilience and vision. His filmography, spanning works like "Interstellar," "Tenet," and "Her," showcases a wide range of visual storytelling techniques, from the nuanced to the grandiose. One thing that strikes me is how Hoyte emphasizes the importance of collaboration and dialogue with other creators, reinforcing that filmmaking is a team endeavor. His work has a particular knack for communicating the emotional core of a story through visual language. Whether it's the expansive celestial visuals in "Interstellar" or the intimate human moments in "Her," Hoyte has an incredible ability to adapt his skills to serve the narrative. This adaptability, paired with his wisdom on taking risks and learning continuously, offers invaluable advice for anyone looking to excel in not just cinematography but any creative field. The beauty in Hoyte's story is the inspiring reminder that setbacks and hurdles are not roadblocks but stepping stones to mastery and eventual success. Thank you for this profound insight into the world of a master craftsman.
why dreaming in vain? do whatever and be happy. i am film school student. doing documentaries. it's fun and if you do it properly you feel like a pro anyway. it's all a state of mind. i bet most of those Hollywood cinematographers are not happy
But he wasn't just part of it, he was a MAJOR contributor. An assistant camera loader is "part of it." The cinematographer is a vital role that can make or break a film.
I really love the movies Nolan made with Wally Pfister, but there is something about the work he did with Hoyte..... he understands how Nolan envisions the IMAX format as a totally different medium to enhance both the look/feel and story. They are pushing it further with every single movie they collaborate on.
Yeah their collaboration seems to be getting better and better. Hoyte talked about how they are getting used to working with the IMAX, and when they shot Tenet, they were the most comfortable with it
This man has a very profound visual literacy. His works are visually stunning. Love his cinematography. I wish to meet a friend who's works are heavily inspired by him.
Sitting at home smoking cigarettes in my underwear... That line might inspire more people to chase what they love. I don't think he intended to inspire, he was just being honest. Seems like a cool chap
It feels like for the most part the academy doesn't like giving the bigger awards to sci-fi movies. Sci-fi films usually pick up the more "technical" awards. Editing, visual effects, sound design, and then maybe production design. Out of all the Oscar winners/nominees there's not a lot of sci-fi movies that take home Best Picture, Cinematography, Best Director.
It seems they do think alike in many ways from seeing their interactions together. Especially when it comes to the film VS digital discussion, they were the only ones comfortable saying they'll shoot on anything
I know nothing about cinematography. But to see Hoytema's work in Oppenheimer was the equivalent of seeing an beautifully oil portrait. Each shot was not necessarily accurately focused, nor was there a lot of camera movement. But the lighting, arrangement and confident persistence of each shot was the equivalent of a confident brush stroke, hundreds of which make a beautiful portrait.
It would be v interesting if someone asks him how he got introduced to Nolan and how he landed his first big film. Because here, getting great projects/scripts is what makes the cinematographer shine out from the others. And almost everytime there will be someone who would influence a director against hiring us.
Hoyte actually mentioned the story of how he met Nolan many times, we just left it out because it got a little too long. The short story is that Nolan's DP Wally Pfister wanted to pursue directing and Nolan was looking for a new DP. He started interviewing people and he wanted to meet Hoyte. After their meeting he got the call to shoot Interstellar
@@AlterCineYT wow thats great. Pardon my ignorance. Il probably watch those interviews then.. :) wally was a great cinematographer. His directorial debut was rather disappointing.
exactly. I don't understand the gap between sitting on the couch and not doing awesome stuff to getting a call from nolan. I mean that's the most interesting part which was kinda left out of this otherwise beautiful story. @@jamiequinlan
This is so inspiring, but read all the comments with different people that are and were in the same problem it's both reassuring and worrying. Reassuring because I'm not alone, worrying because this field it's very competitive and it's tough to show that your talent can come out.
Yeah it's an extremely difficult profession but definitely rewarding. Not everyone necessarily needs to be filming feature films, and is unlikely that we all will, but there's lots of demand for DPs on many other jobs and that's something a lot of people can definitely do. Like Hoyte said just keep shooting and being as proactive as possible!
He explained it in the video. “A friend of mine”, which is how it mostly is in the industry; networking, connections, etc. His second gig was my teacher/mentor’s movie, also in Norway, and then she recommended him forward, and so on.
I'd really like to have his final luck. Because I am making home-made and low-budget films during one decade (since I was 17 years old....) and I am still waiting for the big step Well, like him...someday will happen.....
Great content, so much to be learned and almost really applicable to everyone who has aspirations to do great(er) things, not matter their field of specialty, especially late bloomers ;-) Definitely subbed!!! 👍
thank you for your informative interview. It encourages people to fulfill their dreams, no matter what age you are, because creative ideas are always the beginning of something big. thanks for your inspiration👩🚀🚀
that makes me feel good about smoking cigarettes in my bedroom while being unemployed ; now I'm confident after listening to him that I'm gonna make it happen (just tell me when)
@@AlterCineYT thanks for replying. and yeah. you're totally right. I'm assuming now its some sort of acoustic casing surrounding the mic. Probably to reduce the sound from the crew. Never seen that before tho. thanks
How do you as an aspiring cinematographer, if you don't want to start at the bottom, deal with the ever present request to show your CV and portfolio, to get projects?
I identify so much with this man. Late bloomer and selfdoubter realising you've gotta get pro active and just do it.
Yeah me too, I wasted so much time just thinking about things, now I just try to realize them.
Now is the time to take action - “the path to success is to take massive determined action.” - Tony Robbins
I feel the exact same way. I sit there at my job that I'm unhappy at, And I say I have so much vision, creativity, and ideas that are just sitting there waiting to be brought to an audience. Remember me I will bring my vision into your world.
@@randycarrillo7810 The world is waiting to see your creativity! Just make sure to take it in steps
@@kalmanta1824 hello me
I've never been that kid that found his dad's 8mm camera in the attic and started shooting film since childhood, my road was for more messy. Thank you, sir, this is really motivating to see and hear.
Everyone has different career paths and no matter where you come from, you can create your own! Good luck
This was a great insight. Much respect for Hoyte.
Same for me. Feel exactly the same, inspiring to see
I think many people can relate to that! Sometimes I feel that the ‘dads old 8mm camera’ story is just a Hollywood cliché.
Always helps if you Dad has an 8mm in his attic.
1. Be patient and proactive when opportunities arise.
2. Embrace things outside of your control.
3. Form your own career path.
4. Don't be afraid to start before you are ready.
5. Be flexible and focus on building relationships with directors.
6. Be lucky.
7. When luck gives you chance: work you ass off and give the best creative side of yourself to the film.
It's fascinating to hear Hoyte van Hoytema distill the essence of his journey and career into key principles. The transition from unemployment to being one of the most sought-after cinematographers in the world is a testament not only to his talent but also to his resilience and vision. His filmography, spanning works like "Interstellar," "Tenet," and "Her," showcases a wide range of visual storytelling techniques, from the nuanced to the grandiose. One thing that strikes me is how Hoyte emphasizes the importance of collaboration and dialogue with other creators, reinforcing that filmmaking is a team endeavor.
His work has a particular knack for communicating the emotional core of a story through visual language. Whether it's the expansive celestial visuals in "Interstellar" or the intimate human moments in "Her," Hoyte has an incredible ability to adapt his skills to serve the narrative. This adaptability, paired with his wisdom on taking risks and learning continuously, offers invaluable advice for anyone looking to excel in not just cinematography but any creative field.
The beauty in Hoyte's story is the inspiring reminder that setbacks and hurdles are not roadblocks but stepping stones to mastery and eventual success. Thank you for this profound insight into the world of a master craftsman.
He should win an Oscar for his name.
Agreed! Hopefully soon, but he probably doesn't care in the end
@@AlterCineYT wooosh
He is above oscars
imagine filming interstellar.....and then watching it in the cinema thinking......I was part of that.
That is the dream for many of us :)
why dreaming in vain? do whatever and be happy. i am film school student. doing documentaries. it's fun and if you do it properly you feel like a pro anyway. it's all a state of mind. i bet most of those Hollywood cinematographers are not happy
@@petrub27 i bet you 100 million that they are happy, because i can tell you no one is in it for money or fame.
@@waflletoast11 stop smoking
But he wasn't just part of it, he was a MAJOR contributor. An assistant camera loader is "part of it." The cinematographer is a vital role that can make or break a film.
I like how u took his talk from the Cinematographers Roundtable and combined it with shots of his work and him working. Thanks for sharing.
Glad you enjoyed it!
I really love the movies Nolan made with Wally Pfister, but there is something about the work he did with Hoyte..... he understands how Nolan envisions the IMAX format as a totally different medium to enhance both the look/feel and story. They are pushing it further with every single movie they collaborate on.
Yeah their collaboration seems to be getting better and better. Hoyte talked about how they are getting used to working with the IMAX, and when they shot Tenet, they were the most comfortable with it
AlterCine I‘m so excited for the first Nolan flick completely shot in IMAX.
But I really dnt like the use of IMAX camera in action scenes. He does not move Camera much
Tenet is a masterpiece, I wouldn't hate for it to become a trilogy
@@henrik1743 thematically, I foresee Oppenheimer as a prequel to Tenet
This man has a very profound visual literacy. His works are visually stunning. Love his cinematography. I wish to meet a friend who's works are heavily inspired by him.
Agreed! We'll soon hear from many that their favorite cinematographer and inspiration comes from Hoyte
Hoyte is so humbled and gives me hope as a DP! Thanks for putting this together
Glad you enjoyed it :)
Sitting at home smoking cigarettes in my underwear... That line might inspire more people to chase what they love.
I don't think he intended to inspire, he was just being honest.
Seems like a cool chap
He is one of the most genuine and honest dudes without an ego. Truly inspirational quote indeed haha
with being honest he inspired
Interstellar and Ad Astra were not nominated for cinematography Oscars.
WTF?!
@Guled Darman I love Ad Astra. Interstellar is great until the 3rd act for me.
Because the The Academy and Oscar's are a corrupt bigoted racist pile of pederasts.
It feels like for the most part the academy doesn't like giving the bigger awards to sci-fi movies. Sci-fi films usually pick up the more "technical" awards. Editing, visual effects, sound design, and then maybe production design.
Out of all the Oscar winners/nominees there's not a lot of sci-fi movies that take home Best Picture, Cinematography, Best Director.
"Let the right one in" is something Hoyte still should look at with pride.
It was the movie that opened the door for him. I’m sure he has a special place for that movie.
I’m so proud he attended film school in my city! Greetings from Łódź, Poland
Hoyte is So relatable. I admire his craft and his humility. Bravo
Congratulations on the Oscar!! Very, very well-deserved!
He‘s certainly one of the best that the industry brought out in the last decade.
The Opening scene of Spectre is a Technical Marvel!
That long shot is dope
Ending is so dope , i have seen nothing like it.
So inspiring, now I see that Cinematographers go through same pressure of expectations at every project.
Looking to Roger Deakins, I can see his thought like "I feel the same"
It seems they do think alike in many ways from seeing their interactions together. Especially when it comes to the film VS digital discussion, they were the only ones comfortable saying they'll shoot on anything
I respect them both so much 😍🤩😮
@@aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa74 Same!
The intro with the action shots is nice, but the quiet impact of the camera in Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy is Hoytema´s masterpiece.
His cinematography in Oppenheimer was astounding
He is one of the greatest now
I know nothing about cinematography. But to see Hoytema's work in Oppenheimer was the equivalent of seeing an beautifully oil portrait. Each shot was not necessarily accurately focused, nor was there a lot of camera movement. But the lighting, arrangement and confident persistence of each shot was the equivalent of a confident brush stroke, hundreds of which make a beautiful portrait.
Wow. I love the work of Hoyte van Hoytema. After watching this, I realize how much I relate to his experience. Very inspirational.
what an inspring story! great talent remains hidden in many individuals; thankfully, Hoyte is recognized now.
It would be v interesting if someone asks him how he got introduced to Nolan and how he landed his first big film. Because here, getting great projects/scripts is what makes the cinematographer shine out from the others. And almost everytime there will be someone who would influence a director against hiring us.
Hoyte actually mentioned the story of how he met Nolan many times, we just left it out because it got a little too long. The short story is that Nolan's DP Wally Pfister wanted to pursue directing and Nolan was looking for a new DP. He started interviewing people and he wanted to meet Hoyte. After their meeting he got the call to shoot Interstellar
@@AlterCineYT wow thats great. Pardon my ignorance. Il probably watch those interviews then.. :) wally was a great cinematographer. His directorial debut was rather disappointing.
@@aravinndsingh1 no worries! Yeah Wally was amazing, we'll see what happens with his career I guess. We'll likely do a video on him later
@@AlterCineYT And how did he get thee interview with Nolan?
exactly. I don't understand the gap between sitting on the couch and not doing awesome stuff to getting a call from nolan. I mean that's the most interesting part which was kinda left out of this otherwise beautiful story. @@jamiequinlan
One of the most inspiring videos on filmmaking I’ve ever seen. Thank you for sharing this. Thank you also to Hoyte for sharing your story. 👍
Hoytema and Roger Deakins both are ultra legends.
This man is an example of belief of "I Can".
I met Hoyte on NOPE he was such a nice humble guy. Everyone was excited he was there.
Plz show the footage of the discussion as well, its difficult for us to know who is talking
Thanks for the feedback. Most of this is from a podcast and was audio only, so there were no footage available.
After watching "Her" I had to figure out who was doing the cinematography. His best work so far.
6:13! I think everyone in that room felt this as this is something every succesful person or someone focused on self-growth knows
A really inspirational insight. This was 10mins worth watching. Inspired.
I love those down to earth docs and cuts about the movies craftmen. They seem to detach from the Hollywoodian excess.
He is so right about everything he says. Very warming.
loved him since HER
Loved him because of Her
Loved him since The Laserman
This is so inspiring, but read all the comments with different people that are and were in the same problem it's both reassuring and worrying. Reassuring because I'm not alone, worrying because this field it's very competitive and it's tough to show that your talent can come out.
Yeah it's an extremely difficult profession but definitely rewarding. Not everyone necessarily needs to be filming feature films, and is unlikely that we all will, but there's lots of demand for DPs on many other jobs and that's something a lot of people can definitely do. Like Hoyte said just keep shooting and being as proactive as possible!
i often feel this way, and find when i keep it simple, apply fundamentals and feel it my ability to connect comes alive.
Incredibly inspiring, I admire his incredible work and his genuine honesty and modesty.
An absolutely brilliant artist.
Met him one time he's really down to earth and humble.
His Style is beautifull! And Tenet is his most beautifull movie
So great to have someone from my country to look up to
Hoyte is a certified legend one of the greatest cinematographers of all times
Give this man all the awards ...I mean I don't care, this man is legend .
Connections hands down most important for getting the opportunities!
I can totally relate with sitting on that couch. What I'd like to understand is how he got his first gig while doing that.
He explained it in the video. “A friend of mine”, which is how it mostly is in the industry; networking, connections, etc. His second gig was my teacher/mentor’s movie, also in Norway, and then she recommended him forward, and so on.
Hoyte is Oscar winner now
Really well edited video to add to what everyone said already down here!
Thanks so much Linus!
Nope should have got the cinematography Oscar. Amazing work.
Hoyte is a great artist and seems like a really cool dude. Would love to meet him or work with him at some point.
Amazing work and story.
Rooting for this guy
I'd really like to have his final luck. Because I am making home-made and low-budget films during one decade (since I was 17 years old....) and I am still waiting for the big step
Well, like him...someday will happen.....
These are great - Keep them coming :)
Thanks Rick! Will do, next one should be super useful :)
Great video, thanks dudes! Words that should become a creative mantra for a lot of us.
VERY DOPE ! thank you sir for sharing. And cheers from chocolate country Switzerland.
Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it
Fabulous, thank you for sharing
Never give up on your dreams...and one day they will come true!
This was beautiful
Like others here, I’m slowly coming on line, figuring things out as I go along.
Hoyte, Lubinski, Deakins are the 3 kings of Cinematography.
Lubezki
Christopher Doyle is amazing... He has his own tune.... Same as pc shreeram
@@soulstars7481 while I love all the work of those mentioned above, Doyles work on Hero left me stunned at the cinema.
Lubinski = Emmanuel Lubezki/Janusz Kaminski?
I am genuinely stuned by the quality of the content you put together. Hat off 🤯
Thank you! Appreciate it :)
Great! Greetings from Austria
Great content, so much to be learned and almost really applicable to everyone who has aspirations to do great(er) things, not matter their field of specialty, especially late bloomers ;-)
Definitely subbed!!! 👍
Glad you enjoyed this, and welcome to the family :) We have lots of great content in the making!
His second movie was written, directed and produced by my previous teacher/mentor.
I admire him so much ❤️❤️
Thank you
Great video!! Keep going...
Thank you! Will do :)
He makes great use of IMAX Equipment!
This guy is a fucking genius.
you can watch it three times, every line is life changer
I thank you for this
Thank you so much
You're welcome :)
Lovely!
Wow.....🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
he would make a great director
He is the cinematographer of spectre right
Yes you're correct!
And tenet too
@@AbdulQadir-dc8se and also dunkirk
Let The Right One In.
Brilliance
@@swapniladak9263 That was almost as good as his lower budget cinematography
thank you for your informative interview. It encourages people to fulfill their dreams, no matter what age you are, because creative ideas are always the beginning of something big. thanks for your inspiration👩🚀🚀
Inspirational
Could you please share which artist composed that background score at 0:28
That amazing score is by Kevin Graham - 'Fallen' (From Artlist)
Super special 💎🐐🦅
Needed this.
that makes me feel good about smoking cigarettes in my bedroom while being unemployed ; now I'm confident after listening to him that I'm gonna make it happen (just tell me when)
You Know, You Know, You Know.
my road is similar ... I need my Norway movie now
Is there a link to this entire round table discussion?
Yes the link is in the description here: th-cam.com/video/m6fzZWP6XgE/w-d-xo.html
Inspiring
one of my favorite DP's. Hoping he gets nominated for NOPE.
My idol.
6:28 i didnt know they used actual space ships! cool
Because Christopher Nolan had a thing for practical effects!
Legend!!
i dont care about his craft,he has the coolest name ever
5:41 What's the guy on the left of Hoyte holding ?
Definitely looks like a boom pole, must be some kind of special mic?
@@AlterCineYT thanks for replying. and yeah. you're totally right. I'm assuming now its some sort of acoustic casing surrounding the mic. Probably to reduce the sound from the crew. Never seen that before tho. thanks
@@arictm114 Yeah tbh we've also never seen that before, good catch! Maybe a sound guy can help answer this question
Can somebody tell me where is the soundtrack from?(The calm music at the end)
Here you go!
Washed Away Ambient Version - David James Terry
@@AlterCineYT Hey thanks!😌
Can't wait to see his work in Jordan Peele's NOPE!
i too, hope to be unemployed to world-class. In what trade? i do not know.
How do you as an aspiring cinematographer, if you don't want to start at the bottom, deal with the ever present request to show your CV and portfolio, to get projects?
Step 1. Become couch cigarette
Step 2. Wait for call
Step 3. Career