Decoding Rangasthalam, 1: Nenokkadine & More w/ Cinematographer Rathnavelu | TPRM EP 69
Rathnavelu, the cinematographer behind iconic movies like Rangasthalam and 1: Nenokkadine, enters the Permit Room and talks about studying in Madras Film Institute, shooting Sukumar's movies, his favourite cinematographers, breaks down some scenes, his guru - Rajiv Menon, Aishwarya Rai loving his work, working with Sachin Tendulkar, MS Dhoni and much more. Chapters: 00:00 - Why do cinematographers look young?03:29 - Studying in Madras Film Institute08:35 - Does he use the phone camera?11:21 - American Cinematographer magazine14:17 - His favourite cinematographers21:26 - When did he fall in love with cinematography?24:34 - Creative decisions in Rangasthalam31:53 - His guru - Rajiv Menon37:02 - Discussing 1: Nenokkadine’s interval42:26 - What is his personal aesthetic?48:49 - Breaking down 1: Nenokkadine scene54:01 - What is the future of cinematography with AI?56:42 - Cricket and living in Chennai1:02:45 - Shooting ads with Sachin Tendulkar and MS Dhoni1:08:58 - Do cinematographers meet each other?1:14:54 - Heroines want to be in cinematographer’s good books1:17:21 - Disappointed with ID photos1:20:40 - Does he want to become a director?1:28:31 - Movies he will take to Mars1:31:13 - Drinking career1:32:18 - Why is cricket telecast better abroad?1:33:51 - We should start Hyderabad Film Festival1:37:57 - Advice for aspiring cinematographers1:39:50 - Four aspects