Cinematographers, editors and leaders discuss changes, creativity, technology at upcoming HD EXPO

Panels, and workshops set for Universal Hilton

September 18, 2006 (Burbank, CA) Daryn Okada, ASC, President of the American Society of Cinematographers, David Frederick, SOC, President of the Society of Operating Cameramen, and Steven Poster, ASC, President of International Cinematographer’s Guild-Local 600, join Producer’s Guild of America reps and top creative talent for a panel discussion entitled The Camera Crew, at the upcoming HD EXPO, on November 2nd. The Camera Crew will address the controversial topic of on-set responsibilities, creativity and the financial implications of mandates and choices made during production.“We are anxious to learn what these industry leaders have to say; this panel will offer an open discussion of critical topics. The issue of creative workflow is of great importance to all of us and we anticipate a lively and informative panel,” said Kristin Petrovich, CEO of HD EXPO.

American Cinematographer Magazine will present a Case Study and Q&A of Brian DePalma’s The Black Dahlia, featuring Academy Award winner Vilmos Zsigmond and Mike Sowa, Senior Colorist from LaserPacific. American Cinematographer Executive Editor Stephen Pizzello will lead the discussion exploring the The Black Dahlia’s stylish film noir look and its 4K DI, a first for LaserPacific and for the Academy Award™ winning cinematographer.
High End Technology and the Summer Blockbuster, will be presented by the American Cinema Editors; the panel lineup includes the editors of the summer’s top releases. High End Technology and the Summer Blockbuster will take the audience candidly into the cutting room and behind the creative process.

Making It In Hollywood in the Editing Room will be presented by award winning editor Lori Jane Coleman, ACE. This five-hour educational intensive session is sponsored by the American Cinema Editors. With over ten years of success, Coleman’s respected training program teaches aspiring editors a tried and true path to success in a Hollywood editing career. The $65 tuition benefits ACE.

HD EXPO will present a screening event, when The Tenth International Cinematographers Guild Showcase unspools on November 2nd. Sponsored by the International Cinematographers Guild, the top 10 shorts that premiered at Cannes 2006 will screen at HD EXPO. Filmmakers will be present.

Petrovich concluded, "The November 2nd panels address a few of the compelling issues concerning our industry today. We are honored to have the Presidents of the American Society of Cinematographers, the Society of Operating Cameramen, the International Cinematographer’s Guild, and leaders from ACE with us; their presence adds the gravitas these topics deserve. We are also looking forward to the American Cinematographer Case and hearing Vilmos Zsigmond talk about setting the look for The Black Dahlia and taking it through a 4K digital intermediate." Further information about the November 2nd HD EXPO, which brings together the HD Community for education, exploration and networking, can be found at www.hdexpo.net. Registration for HD EXPO is free until October 30th.