Episode 12: Paula Huidobro on Learning How To See And Pay Attention To The World

Let's Shoot! with Pete Chatmon

Cinematographer Paula Huidobro has made your favorite films and tv shows look awesome, including “Grownish", "Insecure", "Little America", and "Barry". Pete and Paula discuss the importance of being driven by story and character, emotionally connecting to material, shot listing, and more...
SHOW NOTES:
(00:00:00- 00:04:40) -- Pete's Intro
(00:04:40- 00:06:50) -- Early years and getting into cinematography
(00:06:50- 00:10:45) -- Learning the craft: shooting on film
(00:10:45- 00:13:00) -- From London to America
(00:13:00- 00:14:05) -- Attending AFI
(00:14:05- 00:15:50) -- How would you define your style?
(00:15:50- 00:17:05) -- Cinematography process
(00:17:05- 00:18:40) -- Shotlisting with Directors
(00:18:40- 00:20:10) -- Film vs. TV preferences
(00:20:10- 00:21:05) -- Getting hired
(00:21:05- 00:22:50) -- What Paula looks for in a Director
(00:22:50- 00:24:05) -- What to avoid as a Director
(00:24:05- 00:25:10) -- Would you pursue Directing?
(00:25:10- 00:26:00) -- "How To Succeed As A Creative Professional" Book Promo
(00:26:00- 00:28:30) -- "Barry" Episode 5, Season 2
(00:28:30- 00:30:10) -- Most challenging character to bring to life visually
(00:30:10- 00:32:20) -- Balancing creativity and requirements when shooting
(00:32:20- 00:33:30) -- Biggest learning experience
(00:33:30- 00:35:55) -- Thoughts on Covid-19 protocols
(00:35:55- 00:38:25) -- Upcoming projects and working on "Million Dollar Arm"
(00:38:25- 00:41:50) -- What would you change about the industry?
(00:41:50- 00:45:00) -- Lightning round
(00:45:00- 00:47:22) -- Pete's Outro