Ava Benjamin Shorr: Mentorship, Career Evolution & Personal Work
In this week’s episode of the Cinematography Salon podcast, hosts Peter Pascucci and Oren Soffer interview innovative cinematographer Ava Benjamin Shorr. Known for her exemplary work on "Equal," "Gussie," and "Sisters," Shorr opens up about her personal project "Ava and Bianca," her experiences with lighting, and her ambition to transition from documentaries to narrative features. She advocates for the importance of mentorship and describes the impact it had on her career, notably her time in the ASC Vision Mentorship Program with Rachel Morrison. The conversation also extends to art, culture, and the unique blend of comedy, tragedy, and action in the TV show "Barry".
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