The magic of cinema often ignites in the dynamic synergy between a director and their director of photography.

Recently, the powerhouse duo of cinematographer Autumn Durald Arkapaw and visionary director, writer, and producer Ryan Coogler offered a fascinating glimpse into their creative process during an insightful conversation at IMAX headquarters.

Their focus? Bringing their latest project, which we can only assume is the hotly anticipated vampire flick Sinners, to breathtaking life on the immersive IMAX screen.

Dive into their collaborative journey in the video below! The duo unpacks the intricate details of their partnership, revealing how their distinct artistic visions seamlessly merged to forge the unique visual language of their upcoming film.

Adding another layer of intrigue, Coogler and Arkapaw revealed that they sought inspiration and guidance from two titans of contemporary cinema: the acclaimed director Christopher Nolan and his frequent, masterful cinematographer Hoyte van Hoytema. This nod to such...