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Episode 226: Markus Mentzer / Director of Photography

Episode 226: Markus Mentzer / Director of Photography

FromVisual Revolutionary


Episode 226: Markus Mentzer / Director of Photography

FromVisual Revolutionary

ratings:
Length:
76 minutes
Released:
Jun 28, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Director of Photography Markus Mentzer joins the show fresh off his third season on Netflix's hit comedy "I think You Should Leave" to talk about his inspiring journey from medical school graduate to filmmaker, and how walking away from medicine to pursue someting his was passionate about ended up leading him to the sets of everything from indie films to Hollywood blockbusters.  During our conversation Markus talks about the first film set he was on in the East Village of NYC and how he instantly fell in love with the camerade and collective creative energy and immediately knew that he wanted to change career paths, the difficult road of trying to find your place in the industry when you are self taught, what it's like filming a comedy show like "I Think You Should Leave", how he feels about the changes he sees in the industry and whether or not it's still a viable career path, and the advice he gives to others out there with dreams of one day working in narrative film.   To Learn More About Markus Mentzer Visit: https://markusmentzer.com/ And Follow Him On Instagram At: https://www.instagram.com/markus.mentzer/ To Learn More About Visual Revolutionary Visit: https://www.visualrevolutionary.com/ And Follow On Instagram At: https://www.instagram.com/visualrevolutionary/
Released:
Jun 28, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (100)

Because we are interested in people's story, and not what type of gear they use, we introduce a new much needed podcast in the world of photography and cinematography. Featuring in-depth conversations with some of the world's leading photographers, filmmakers, and other visual revolutionaries, we are bringing you the backstory on how some of your favorite artists got to where they are today.