Learn cinematography from a legend.
Every so often, I come across a name from Hollywood that I had never heard before. Usually, I don’t tell anyone because most people roast you for it. But today, I wanted to share this person with you because the more I read about him and the more of his movies I watched, I think he has a case to be the greatest cinematographer of all time.
I’m talking about James Wong Howe.
James Wong Howe is one of the most influential cinematographers in the history of cinema. He was a master of his craft, with a career spanning over five decades, and was responsible for some of the most iconic shots in film history.
Today, I wanted to go over his career with you and make a case for why I think he should be in the conversation when it comes to some of the greats.
Let’s dig into Howe’s past and see his journey in Hollywood.
Author: Jason Hellerman
This article comes from No Film School and can be read on the original site.
