Episodes

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March 18, 2021

8: “Lenox Hill” DP Bryant Fisher

This week on the Frame & Reference Podcast, Kenny talks with cinematographer Bryant Fisher about his work on the Netflix documentary “Lenox Hill.” This documentary series give viewers an intimate look at the lives of four doctors as they navigate the highs and lows of working at the renowned Lenox Hill Hospital in New York City. To learn more about Bryants filmography, check out his IMDb page. Enjoy the episode! Liking the podcast? Leave a rating and review on your favorite podcast app! Fr...
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March 11, 2021

7: "Rebel Hearts" Production Team

Welcome to another episode of the Frame & Reference Podcast! This week Kenny talks with Director Pedro Kos, Producer Judy Korin, Animator Una Lorenzen and DP Emily Topper about the Sundance documentary "Rebel Hearts." The film spotlights a trailblazing group of nuns who bravely stood up to the patriarchy of the Catholic Church, fighting for equality, their livelihoods, and their own freedom against an all-powerful Cardinal who sought to keep them in their place. Enjoy the episode! For more ab...
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March 4, 2021

6: “Son of Monarchs” DP Alejandro Mejia

On todays episode of the Frame & Reference Podcast Kenny talks with cinematographer Alejandro Mejia about the Alfred P. Sloan Prize winning Sundance film "Son of Monarchs." Utilizing the Arri ALEXA Mini, anamorphic glass and as much natural light as possible, Alejandro and director Alexis Gambis craft a stunning film worthy of a watch when it becomes available. Check out Alejandro's IMDb for his full filmography: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0577218/?ref_=ttfc_fc_cr14 Liking the podcast? Leave a ...
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Feb. 25, 2021

5: “At The Ready” DP & Director Maisie Crow

On todays episode of the Frame & Reference Podcast Kenny talks with Maisie Crow about her documentary “At The Ready.” Nominated for the Grand Jury Prize at this years Sundance Film Festival, “At The Ready” follows a group of high school seniors living in a town near the US/ Mexico border as they train to become police officers and Border Patrol agents. Maisie was also the DoP for the documentary “Jackson” and for a few episodes of “True Life.” Enjoy the episode! Liking the podcast? Leave a ra...
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Feb. 18, 2021

4: “9-1-1: Lone Star" DP Andy Strahorn

On todays episode of the Frame & Reference Podcast, Kenny talks with cinematographer Andy Strahorn about his work on “9-1-1: Lone Star.” Originally from Australia, Andy has worked on numerous shows including episode of “Fear the Walking Dead”, “Lethal Weapon”, and “Justified.” Enjoy the episode! Liking the podcast? Leave a rating and review on your favorite podcast app! Frame & Reference is supported by Filmtools and ProVideo Coalition. Filmtools is the West Coasts leading supplier of f...
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Feb. 11, 2021

3: “Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom" DP Tobias Schliessler, ASC

On todays episode of the Frame & Reference Podcast, Kenny talks with cinematographer Tobias Schliessler, ASC about the new Netflix film "Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom." Tobias has quite the filmography including “Beauty and the Beast”, “Lone Survivor”, “Friday Night Lights”, “Hancock” and much more. Make sure to check out his IMDb for a full rundown of his work and enjoy the episode! Liking the podcast? Leave a rating and review on your favorite podcast app! Frame & Reference is supported by Fi...
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Feb. 1, 2021

2: "Nomadland" DP Josh Richards

Welcome back to the Frame & Reference Podcast. This week join Kenny for his conversation with cinematographer Josh Richards as they talk about Josh's latest film "Nomadland." In 2019, Josh was nominated for a ASC Spotlight award for his work on "The Rider." You might know Josh from his work on "God's Own Country." For his full filmography, check out his IMDb page: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm4452305/?ref_=ttfc_fc_cr12 Frame & Reference is supported by Filmtools and ProVideo Coalition. Film...
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Jan. 29, 2021

1: "Fatman" DP Johnny Derango

Welcome to the Frame & Reference Podcast! In each episode cinematographer Kenny McMillan talks to working Cinematographers about their influences, interests, traditions, and techniques, centered around the project they've most recently shot. These talks are relatively unstructured, but aim to be as educational as they are entertaining. Each episode explores the ways each DP achieves the looks they're known for and the art that inspired them to make those images, as well as the assets that helped...