The Making Of

In this episode, we welcome Amy Landecker, actor, writer and director of the new feature, For Worse. Amy is known for critically-acclaimed roles in projects such as A Serious Man, Dan in Real Life, Doctor Strange, I Love My Dad, “Transparent,” “Sneaky Pete,” “The Handmaid’s Tale,” and “Your Honor”. In our conversation, she shares on the inspiration and the making of her directorial debut, For Worse. Amy also speaks about the financing, casting, and production of this independent romantic comedy.
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Michael Bauman Wins American Society of Cinematographers Outstanding Achievement Award for “One Battle After Another”
The American Society of Cinematographers (ASC) presented Michael Bauman its 2026 theatrical feature film award for “One Battle After Another.” The 40th ASC Outstanding Achievement Awards, held at the Beverly Hilton, also recognized Mátyás Erdély, ASC, HSC for “Orphan” in the Spotlight Award category, and Mstyslav Chernov and Alex Babenko for the documentary “2000 Meters from Andriivka.” Winners in the television categories included Adam Newport-Berra for “The Studio,” Pete Konczal, ASC for “Black Rabbit, Alex Disenhof, ASC for “Task” and Christophe Nuyens, SBC for “Andor.” In the music video category, Rodrigo Prieto, ASC, AMC won for Taylor Swift’s “The Fate of Ophelia.”
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Cinema Audio Society Announces Winners of the 62nd Annual CAS Awards
F1, The Pitt, The Studio and KPop Demon Hunters Among Top Honorees
The Cinema Audio Society (CAS) revealed the winners of the 62nd Annual CAS Awards tonight at the Beverly Hilton International Ballroom. The evening honored excellence in sound mixing across motion pictures, television, and non-fiction programming, with industry leaders and acclaimed filmmakers gathering to celebrate the art and craft of sound.
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Cine Gear Connect
March 28, 2026 | Brooklyn, NY
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March 2026 - Ep. 123.
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In this episode, we welcome legendary sound mixer and CAS President Peter Kurland, CAS. Peter is a BAFTA-winning, Grammy-winning, 4x Oscar-nominated, and 3x CAS Award-winning Sound Mixer who’s worked on films such as Blood Simple, Hoosiers, Raising Arizona, Barton Fink, Fargo, Men in Black, The Big Lebowski, O Brother Where Are Thou, The Man Who Wasn’t There, Walk The Line, No Country for Old Men, A Serious Man, True Grit, Inside Llewan Davis, and The Tragedy of Macbeth. In our conversation, Peter shares his origin story, about his decades-long collaboration with the Coen Brothers, and stories from capturing sound on set. He also offers insights and advice for the next generation of artists and storytellers today.
“The Making Of” is presented by AJA:
Butcher Bird Studios solves common video routing and I/O challenges with AJA
Step inside Butcher Bird Studios’ hybrid production environment with Technical Director Brian Druckman and Executive Producer MeeRa Kim. They explain how KUMO SDI routers and Io 4K Plus help their team deliver flexible routing, low-latency monitoring, and streamlined I/O inside and outside the studio. Read the full interview.
Kodak Celebrates Kristen Stewart, Autumn Durald Arkapaw, Joachim Trier and Patricia Keighley at the 8th Annual Kodak Film Awards
Christopher Nolan Presents Inaugural Keighley Award at ASC Clubhouse Ceremony
On March 2, Kodak hosted the 8th Annual Kodak Film Awards at the American Society of Cinematographers (ASC) Clubhouse in Hollywood, honoring filmmakers and artists whose work continues to advance cinematic storytelling on film.
2026 Honorees included: Debut Feature Award: Kristen Stewart (presented by Corey C. Waters, Director of Photography), Lumière Award: Autumn Durald Arkapaw (presented by Vanessa Bendetti, VP and Head of Motion Picture, Kodak), Auteur Award: Joachim Trier (presented by Jason Reitman, Director), Keighley Award: Patricia Keighley of IMAX (presented by Christopher Nolan, Director, Producer and Screenwriter), Music & Commercial Film Director Award: Salomon Ligthelm (presented by Ali Brown, PRETTYBIRD President/Executive Producer), Television Series of the Year: Fallout (presented by Vanessa Bendetti, VP and Head of Motion Picture, Kodak).
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Tuesday, March 10th | Los Angeles
Join ZEISS Cinema at the Showroom for an in-depth discussion and demo of the new ZEISS Aatma cinema lenses. Director Helene de Roux and cinematographer Pascale Marin, AFC will be on hand to discuss their experience using the lenses to craft the short film Welcoming Grace. Join us from 6pm-9pm on March 10th to be one of the first to experience this unique lens family from ZEISS!
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Podcast Rewind:
Feb. 2026 - Ep. 122.


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In this episode, we welcome Soledad O’Brien, Geeta Gandbhir, and Christalyn Hampton, the team behind the Oscar-nominated documentary short, The Devil Is Busy. Soledad serves as Executive Producer, with Geeta and Christalyn co-directing the film. The Devil Is Busy follows a day in the life of Tracii, the head of security at a women’s healthcare clinic in Atlanta, who works tirelessly to protect the safety of the women who walk through its doors. In our conversation, the team shares on the origins of the project, the challenges of making it, and their creative workflows. They also reflect on the state of documentary film — and share advice for emerging filmmakers navigating today’s landscape.
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Kodak Announces Honorees for the Eighth Annual Kodak Film Awards
Autumn Durald Arkapaw to Receive Lumiere Award; Kristen Stewart to Receive First Feature Award; Christopher Nolan to Present Inaugural Keighley Award
The 8th Annual Kodak Film Awards will take place on Monday evening, March 2, 2026, at the American Society of Cinematographers (ASC) Clubhouse in Hollywood at an invitation-only event honoring Autumn Durald Arkapaw, Joachim Trier, Kristen Stewart, Patricia Keighley of IMAX, Salomon Ligthelm and the acclaimed television series Fallout. Read more here
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ZEISS Aatma – Contemporary Full Frame Primes with a Soulful Legacy Look
ZEISS introduces the new Aatma, set of nine high-end full frame T1.5 cinema primes (18mm, 25mm, 35mm, 40mm, 50mm, 65mm, 85mm, 100mm, and 135mm) designed to marry the benefits of modern optical design with the nostalgic image characteristics that are popular today. Drawing inspiration from some of the most beloved ZEISS lenses of the 20th century, Aatma combines an emotion-driven look with the mechanical reliability, data integration, and workflow compatibility that’s expected for current production. Read more here
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Podcast Rewind:
Feb. 2026 - Ep. 121.


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In this episode, we welcome Adolpho Veloso, ABC, AIP. Adolpho is the Oscar-nominated cinematographer of Train Dreams, which has been nominated for 4 Academy Awards. In our chat, he shares his origin story, how he learned his craft, and all about the making of this period drama. Adolpho also provides insights into both the creative and technical aspects of his cinematography, as well as recommendations for younger filmmakers today.
“The Making Of” is presented by AJA:
From cinema to proAV: gaining a competitive edge with streaming knowledge
The worlds of cinema production and proAV are converging. Cinema-grade equipment is making its way into more stadiums, houses of worship, and concert venues. Because of this, professionals that understand the tools and disciplines powering both will stand out. Get ahead of the curve with the latest streaming insights and gear from AJA.
Kodak Announces Honorees for the Eighth Annual Kodak Film Awards
Autumn Durald Arkapaw to Receive Lumiere Award; Kristen Stewart to Receive First Feature Award; Christopher Nolan to Present Inaugural Keighley Award
The 8th Annual Kodak Film Awards will take place on Monday evening, March 2, 2026, at the American Society of Cinematographers (ASC) Clubhouse in Hollywood at an invitation-only event honoring Autumn Durald Arkapaw, Joachim Trier, Kristen Stewart, Patricia Keighley of IMAX, Salomon Ligthelm and the acclaimed television series Fallout.
Kristen Stewart will be honored with the Debut Feature Award for her directorial debut, The Chronology of Water. The award recognizes first-time filmmakers who bring a distinctive voice and vision to their inaugural feature. Past recipients of the First Feature Award include Céline Song, Michael Morris, and Melina Matsoukas.
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ZEISS Aatma – Contemporary Full Frame Primes with a Soulful Legacy Look
ZEISS introduces the new Aatma, set of nine high-end full frame T1.5 cinema primes (18mm, 25mm, 35mm, 40mm, 50mm, 65mm, 85mm, 100mm, and 135mm) designed to marry the benefits of modern optical design with the nostalgic image characteristics that are popular today. Drawing inspiration from some of the most beloved ZEISS lenses of the 20th century, Aatma combines an emotion-driven look with the mechanical reliability, data integration, and workflow compatibility that’s expected for current production. Read more here
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Podcast Rewind:
Feb. 2026 - Ep. 120.
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In this episode, we welcome Oscar-nominated writer/director Joachim Trier and Oscar-nominated editor Olivier Bugge Coutté, the longtime collaborators behind Sentimental Value. The film has earned nine Academy Award nominations, including recognition for both of their work. Trier and Coutté have also collaborated on films such as The Worst Person in the World, Reprise, Oslo, August 31st, Louder Than Bombs, and Thelma. In our chat, Joachim shares on developing the story and writing the screenplay, while both dive deep into their creative partnership. They also offer practical advice for emerging writers, directors, and editors navigating their own creative paths.
The Making Of is presented by AJA:
From cinema to proAV: gaining a competitive edge with streaming knowledge
The worlds of cinema production and proAV are converging. Cinema-grade equipment is making its way into more stadiums, houses of worship, and concert venues. Because of this, professionals that understand the tools and disciplines powering both will stand out. Get ahead of the curve with the latest streaming insights and gear from AJA.
‘The 2026 Oscar Nominated Short Films’ Review: Major Themes, Minor Lengths
Three critics briefly consider the short films nominated for the 98th Academy Awards.
From dive-bar patrons to Regency paramours, cross-generational friendship to same-sex longing, and chilly science fiction to Middle Eastern politics, this year’s live action category of Oscar nominated shorts is refreshingly varied.
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Feature your products or services in this newsletter and reach 250K film, TV and broadcast industry pros each week. To learn more, please email [email protected]
ZEISS Aatma – Contemporary Full Frame Primes with a Soulful Legacy Look
ZEISS introduces the new Aatma, set of nine high-end full frame T1.5 cinema primes (18mm, 25mm, 35mm, 40mm, 50mm, 65mm, 85mm, 100mm, and 135mm) designed to marry the benefits of modern optical design with the nostalgic image characteristics that are popular today. Drawing inspiration from some of the most beloved ZEISS lenses of the 20th century, Aatma combines an emotion-driven look with the mechanical reliability, data integration, and workflow compatibility that’s expected for current production.
Read more here
A New Solution from Atomos:
The Atomos Shogun AV-19 Rack-Mounted 4K HDR Monitor/Recorder/Switcher is your all-in-one solution for professional live production, combining a stunning 19” 4K HDR DCI-P3 display with quad-channel switching, real-time ISO recording of up to four camera feeds plus program out, and support for 10-bit Apple ProRes, ProRes RAW, and Avid DNx recording to CFexpress or USB-C media. Perfect for studios, video village, and broadcast environments, it delivers the monitoring accuracy and workflow efficiency your production demands. The Atomos Shogun AV-19 is available for pre-order now for $2,099.00. Learn more at Videoguys.com or call our production experts at 800-323-2325 today!
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Podcast Rewind:
Feb. 2026 - Ep. 119.


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