This February, we are featuring a series of discussions with some of today’s most influential cinematographers and gaffers of color. These artists talk about their journey into the industry, advice to young aspiring artists, and the art that has had an impact on their work.
Cinematographer Jamal Solomon
Cinematographer Jomo Fray
Cinematographer Chayse Irvin
Films that Inspire Us
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Selma (2014)
Directed by Ava DuVernay Available on Hulu
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Black Panther (2018)
Directed by Ryan Coogler Available on Disney +
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Training Day (2001)
Directed by Antoine Fuqua Available on HBO Max
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I Can Do Bad All by Myself (2009)
Directed by Tyler Perry Available on Pluto TV
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Do the Right Thing (1989)
Directed by Spike Lee Available on Hulu
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Get Out (2017)
Directed by Jordan Peele Available on Hulu
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Love & Basketball (2000)
Directed by Gina Prince-Bythewood Available on Hulu
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Straight Outta Compton (2015)
Directed by F. Gary Gray Available on Hulu
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Moonlight (2016)
Directed by Barry Jenkins Available on Netflix
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Body and Soul (1925)
Directed by Oscar Micheaux Available on The Criterion Collection
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Boyz n the Hood (1991)
Directed by John Singleton Available on Vudu
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Mudbound (2017)
Directed by Dee Rees Available on Netflix