The book covers the complex craft of cinematography (motion picture photography) through interviews with well-known cinematographers, like Robert Richardson, Vittorio Storaro, and Christopher Doyle. With photos and in-depth exploration of contemporary projects, such as Memoirs of a Geisha, Chicago, and Nine. Cinematography gives readers access to lauded professionals, providing them with the perspective to think like professionals and create a compelling visual story. Discussions with the world's most notable filmmakers, giving insights into professional practice, working relationships, and influences Sidebars featuring practical advice on topics that filmmakers can apply to their own work "Legacy Sections" focusing on the work of past filmmaking greats