En este episodio de Film Roundtable, María Fernanda Prieto conversa con Rodrigo Prieto, Guillermo del Toro y Alejandro G. Iñárritu sobre la adaptación cinematográfica de Pedro Páramo. La charla aborda los retos de traducir la obra maestra literaria de Juan Rulfo al lenguaje del cine, desde el proceso de adaptación del guion y la búsqueda de un estilo visual propio hasta las decisiones técnicas que permitieron dar vida a un universo donde conviven vivos y muertos. Rodrigo comparte cómo enfrentó sus propios “fantasmas” creativos para encontrar un lenguaje personal y cinematográfico, mientras Guillermo y Alejandro reflexionan sobre la dificultad de trasladar la poesía y la sensorialidad de Rulfo a la pantalla. También reflexionan sobre la amistad, la vulnerabilidad y la complicidad artística que sostienen sus carreras en el cine.

No te pierdas esta conversación cautivadora sobre la colaboración, la visión y el delicado arte de construir un mundo en la pantalla.

In our latest episode of Film Roundtable, Maria Prieto talks with Rodrigo Prieto, Guillermo del Toro, and Alejandro G. Iñárritu about the film adaptation of Pedro Páramo. The conversation explores the challenges of translating Juan Rulfo’s literary masterpiece into the language of cinema, from the adaptation process and the search for a unique visual style to the technical decisions that brought to life a universe where the living and the dead coexist. Rodrigo shares how he confronted his own creative “ghosts” to find a personal cinematic language, while Guillermo and Alejandro reflect on the difficulty of capturing Rulfo’s poetry and sensory detail on screen. They also reflect on the role of friendship, vulnerability, and artistic collaboration in sustaining their careers in cinema.

Tune in for a captivating conversation on collaboration, vision, and the delicate craft of building a world on screen.

Film Roundtable is thrilled to welcome Cinematographer, Phedon Papamichael (Ford v Ferrari, Nebraska) and 1st Assistant Director, and Film Roundtable Co-Founder, Doug Torres (Mr.+ Mrs. Smith, 12 Years a Slave).

Together, they discuss their collaboration on James Mangold’s upcoming film, A Complete Unknown, the highly anticipated project exploring a pivotal era in Bob Dylan’s life.

Phedon and Doug share their experience working alongside Mangold, diving into the intricate dynamic between a Cinematographer and 1st Assistant Director, two roles that are essential in bringing a director’s vision to life. They discuss the creative and logistical challenges of making A Complete Unknown, offering a rare, behind the scenes, look at their process, from pre-production planning to the on-set execution that shaped the film’s visual storytelling.

Tune in for a fascinating discussion on collaboration, leadership, and the artistry behind crafting a cinematic world.

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On our latest roundtable, we host a conversation between Nosferatu director Robert Eggers and the film's cinematographer, Jarin Blaschke. Moderated by one of our fav's, Rodrigo Prieto.

The three begin by discussing their approach to visual storytelling, focusing on blocking, shot design, and the level of precision required to craft Nosferatu’s haunting imagery. Rodrigo leads a thoughtful exploration of Robert and Jarin’s long-standing creative partnership, tracing its evolution from their early collaborations to their latest work.

The conversation delves into the balance between control and spontaneity, in their filmmaking process, as well as the discipline needed to achieve striking, meticulously composed visuals. Highlights include reflections on their shared cinematic influences, the interplay of light and shadow in shaping mood, and the technical and artistic decisions that brought some of the film’s most memorable moments to life.

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