To improve your filmmaking, you have to just go out there and shoot with whatever you have, even if all you have is an iPhone. This advice comes from prolific cinematographer Robert Yeoman, who is joining us on the podcast for a second time. 

In today’s episode, No Film School’s GG Hawkins speaks with DP Robert Yeoman and DP Ryan Thomas to discuss:

When Robert first met Director Wes Anderson and what they discussed

Why the director and cinematographer need to be on the same team

Cultivating a family-like atmosphere with the cast and crew

The vetting process for choosing the camera crew

The best way to approach the challenges of complex shots

What Robert does to stay health, sharp, and safe while filming

Shooting on film versus shooting on digital cameras

How film as evolved over the years 

Why knowing how to edit can help you be a better cinematographer


Memorable Quotes

“If you don’t like the script, you shouldn’t take the film.” [5:38]

“The director is my best friend. I am there to serve the director as best I can.” [6:36]

“I have this ability to not show that I’m nervous, even though inside I might be going nuts.” [19:05]

“Go out and shoot stuff. It doesn’t matter if it’s your iPhone.” [42:09]


Resources:
Our first podcast interview with Yeoman

More on the Netflix shorts Wes Anderson directed

Ryan’s website


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