17/12/2025
🎥 Behind the Lens: An Interactive Session with Cinematographer Ezhil Arasu K 🎥
Cinematography, Filmmaking, and Film Editing students of LIVE, Loyola College had the privilege of attending an engaging guest lecture by Mr. Ezhil Arasu K, who shared practical insights from his experience working across diverse genres and production scales.
During the session, he spoke about the key differences between shooting emotional dramas and sports/action films—from controlled lighting and subtle framing to wide coverage, fast decision-making, and physically demanding camera work. He emphasized that maintaining clarity and energy in action sequences remains one of the biggest challenges for cinematographers.
Mr. Ezhil Arasu also discussed the importance of shot division, explaining how large-scale and technically complex productions rely heavily on it, while smaller, performance-driven films demand a deeper understanding of the director’s vision, emotional beats, and actor blocking.
He highlighted the need for thorough preparation through script breakdowns and location recces, stressing how understanding natural light, space, and camera movement helps avoid on-set challenges.
Sharing experiences from Bison, he spoke about lighting a large Kabaddi ground and problem-solving complex shots like the bison skull drowning sequence—demonstrating the importance of adaptability and creative thinking on set.
He also compared anamorphic and spherical lenses, reminding us that lens choices should always serve the story and not just follow trends. The session concluded with insights into the realities of low-budget filmmaking, offering a grounded perspective on patience, planning, and resilience.
✨ A highly informative and practical session that deepened our understanding of the technical, creative, and logistical responsibilities of a cinematographer.
Credits:
📸 Photography: .rs_dop
🎥 Videography: &
🎞 Reels Edit: & hawk_deva
📝 Report: .na.96
