Episode 74

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5th Jul 2024

Cinematographer Jason McCormick + Assistant Director Francisco Ortiz, moderated by Cinematographer Maceo Bishop

Film Roundtable is thrilled to welcome Cinematographer Jason McCormick (Olivia Wilde’s Book Smart, and Ryan Murphy’s Dahmer) + Assistant Director Francisco Ortiz (Ryan Murphy’s American Horror Story, and Martin Scorcese’s The Wolf of Wall Street) Jason + Francisco recently teamed up on the Ryan Murphy anthology drama Feud; Capote vs. the Swans. This project was directed by the inimitable Gus Van Sant.

The conversation is thoughtfully moderated by Cinematographer Maceo Bishop. 

Jason and Francisco share their story of collaborating for the first time on this beautiful series and the partnership that took shape as well as the gift of a new found friendship. They both share their journey on how they made their way up the path of success in this not so easy business which was marked by relentless hard work, incredible mentors/teachers and a passion for learning.

Tune in to hear Jason + Francisco's insights on their respective crafts. This episode offers a glimpse into the world of a talented cinematographer and a top notch assistant director and the dedication it takes to excel in the film industry.

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Film Roundtable
Film Roundtable is an open exploration with celebrated industry professionals to discuss the filmmaking process and to consider the path forward in the post COVID world.
Film Roundtable was to created as space for artists in the industry to talk openly and freely about what is present for them at this unprecedented moment in time. Most of us have found ourselves, until just recently, in a sort of worldwide, collective pause. We have had an abundance of time to be quiet, to go inside ourselves, to listen, but most importantly to imagine the change we want to see in our own lives and careers as well as for the collective as a whole. A quality of life greater not just for ourselves but for all. As image makers, many of us with voices that are heard around the world, to really begin to envision how we use our platform, our art, to create change for a greater good; a kinder and more just world.