December 2023 Issue of American Cinematographer

The December 2023 issue presents coverage of Killers of the Flower Moon, Saltburn, The Color Purple and The Zone of Interest — with a spotlight on the producer-cinematographer collaboration. Also featured are a look at AI in motion capture; a survey of indispensable books about cinematography; and a tribute to the late Pete Kozachik, ASC.   President’s Desk: ASC President Shelly Johnson considers the importance of being adventurous with creative choices, especially in the digital era.   Rodrigo Prieto, ASC, AMC details his creative strategy on the period drama Killers of the Flower Moon — and director Martin Scorsese discusses his evolving work with Prieto and why “every picture should be a challenge.”   Linus Sandgren, ASC, FSF and director Emerald Fennell discuss the Gothic drama Saltburn, including why they strove to incorporate “a bit of ugliness” into the visual scheme — and producer Josey McNamara shares how the team approached shooting at a 14th-century estate.   Dan