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‘F1′ Cinematographer Claudio Miranda on Creating Tension Through Framing and Why Las Vegas’ Neon Signs Were Challenging
- Miranda explains they built custom high-speed cameras with Sony to film per-car rigs for authentic racing shots.
- Directors Kosinski and Miranda aimed for real locations and no heavy green screens to keep the story central.
- A key balcony scene in Las Vegas tested lighting from neon signs, a real-world constraint that grounded the actors.
- Miranda notes ambient lighting could overexpose at times, but he valued imperfections as grounding for the scene.
- The production pushed camera technology to new limits, mirroring Top Gun: Maverick’s approach to realism.
- Kosinski said the emphasis was on connecting the audience with characters, driving innovation in the craft.
- The Apple Original Film stars Brad Pitt as Sonny Hayes, with Damson Idris as rookie Joshua Pearce.
- The crew’s goal was to connect camera work to a strong narrative and character arcs.
- Miranda emphasizes framing choices to intensify scenes when needed and soften moments off the grid.
- The article notes the film’s setting covers a mid-season period, with a focus on podium ambitions.
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