{"podcast":{"title":"Cinemapodgrapher","slug":"cinemapodgrapher-135836","podcast_index_feed_id":135836,"rss_url":"https://cinemapodgrapher.libsyn.com/rss","website_url":"http://www.cinemapodgrapher.com","image_url":"https://static.libsyn.com/p/assets/c/5/2/9/c5299f820652f6ec16c3140a3186d450/2025_artwork-20250512-i8aet6xu0z.jpg","author":"Lucas Tomoana SOC","episode_count":156,"summary":"A podcast by filmmakers. For the world. Trusted by professionals and loved by film fans around the globe, Cinemapodgrapher is your backstage pass to the stories behind the stories—and the #1 podcast for the people who make them happen. Get to know the people who craft the stories you love. Cinemapodgrapher is the definitive podcast for anyone passionate about the art and craft of filmmaking—shining a spotlight on the names in the credits: the directors, cinematographers, camera operators, technicians, actors, and creatives who bring film and television to life. Hosted by working industry professionals Lucas Tomoana SOC (L.T), Hannah Ariotti, and Josh Calder, each episode delivers insider stories from set, deep dives into career journeys, practical lessons, and the latest in filmmaking tools and technology. To find out more, visit our website www.cinemapodgrapher.com","last_synced_at":null,"page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/cinemapodgrapher-135836"},"episode":{"title":"Chief of War with Cinematographer Matthew Chuang ACS","slug":"chief-of-war-with-cinematographer-matthew-chuang-acs","published_at":"2025-08-18T08:10:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/cinemapodgrapher-135836/chief-of-war-with-cinematographer-matthew-chuang-acs","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/cinemapodgrapher-135836","url":"https://www.cinemapographer.com","audio_url":"https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/cinemapodgrapher/143_final.mp3?dest-id=2102249","summary":"Born in Taiwan and raised in Australia, cinematographer Matthew Chuang ACS has always been drawn to telling stories rooted in culture and identity. After reaching a creative ceiling in Australia, he made the leap to Los Angeles where he connected with director Justin Chon. The two have since collaborated on multiple projects, most recently reuniting for Apple TV's epic series Chief of War . In this conversation, Matt reflects on his upbringing in Australia, his journey into the world of independent filmmaking in the United States, and his first experience working on a large scale television production. He shares how he and Justin brought an indie film sensibility to Chief of War , emphasizing the importance of trusting your instincts when approaching coverage and storytelling. We also dive into the technical side, discussing cameras, lenses, lighting setups, and the unique challenges of shooting in remote locations across the Hawaiian Islands. Tune in to hear Matthew's story, his creative approach behind the camera, and insights from the set of one of Apple TV's most ambitious series. This episode of Cinemapodgrapher is proudly brought to you by our technology partners Sony Produced by Deb Van Dieren Hosted by Lucas Tomoana SOC Edited by Raphael Segal","meta_description":"Born in Taiwan and raised in Australia, cinematographer Matthew Chuang ACS has always been drawn to telling stories rooted in culture and identity. After…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":3889,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/cinemapodgrapher-135836/episodes/chief-of-war-with-cinematographer-matthew-chuang-acs/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/cinemapodgrapher-135836/chief-of-war-with-cinematographer-matthew-chuang-acs.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}