The Cinematography of 'Breaking Bad'

[Benjamin Kantor]

I posted my cinematography blog, "Cinevenger" here about nine months ago, but my ability to post was frozen a few months ago because of a show I was working on. So, I wanted to re-introduce the site with the first of several articles about the cinematography of 'Breaking Bad':

http://cinevenger.com/?p=1006

I'm interested in what people think about the show's cinematography, especially in terms of it being "cinematic," and what that really means.

 

[Brian Merlen]

I love the show, and a DP on my set the other day was also going on about the cinematic techniques of the show. By far one of the best shot shows currently on tv! As a recent cancer survivor myself its a very compelling plot and I will be sad to see Walter go, that is if I don't go first lol

 

[Asif Limbada]

I love the cinematography in it.

 

[Marc Wielage]

Note that the show is all shot on film, 35mm 3-perf and Panavision cameras. I agree, they generally do a very good job, and this last season has looked and sound better than ever. One of the best series of the last decade, in my opinion.

 

[Will Keir]

Brian,

Sending you some positive energy man, you are an incredible human being, keep fighting!

that is if I don't go first lol

 

[Jason Comparetto]

Awesome show. I can't believe they ended it

 

[Marc Wielage]

Another 12 episodes to go in 2013. It ain't over with yet -- not until Walt fires the last shot.

 

[David Birdy]

Great show, great unique and fresh shots !!

 

[Jake Wilganowski]

12?? I thought only 6. 12 is better.

 

[Brandon J.F.]

Another 12 episodes to go in 2013. It ain't over with yet -- not until Walt fires the last shot.

Unless something changed season 5 is supposed to be 16 episodes. 8 have already aired and 8 more in 2013.

 

[jimhare]

Yes, 8 more to go. Vince Gilligan and Bryan Cranston have said this serveral times so I believe it!

I haven't stopped talking about it for 3 years, it's the closest thing I've seen to perfect.

 

[rod bradley]

Indeed, genius at work on many levels. All starting with the writing. Of course.

 

[Marc Wielage]

Unless something changed season 5 is supposed to be 16 episodes. 8 have already aired and 8 more in 2013.

Is it just 8? OK, 8 it is. I believe they go into production next month (November) in Albuquerque.

My main point is that the show is not over with -- yet.