Bending the Light (2014)

Bending the Light (2014) poster

From acclaimed director Michael Apted (The Up Series, Masters of Sex, The World is Not Enough) comes a revealing look at the art of filmmaking and photography. A journey of glass, the documentary explores the relationship between the artisans who create camera lenses and the masters of light who use these lenses to capture their beloved art form. Bending the Light features never-before-seen footage from inside a premier Japanese lens factory, intimate interviews with lens engineers, and a peek into the world of award-winning photographers and cinematographers Stephen Goldblatt, ASC, BSC, Greg Gorman, Simon Bruty, Laura El-Tantawy, and Richard Barnes.

Director: Michael Apted
Genre: Documentary, Family
Runtime: 60 min
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Cast

Cinematography: Maryse Alberti
Editing: Douglas Blush
Country: Japan, United States of America
Language: English
Original Language: en

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More Films by Director: Michael Apted
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Bending the Light about?
From acclaimed director Michael Apted (The Up Series, Masters of Sex, The World is Not Enough) comes a revealing look at the art of filmmaking and photography. A journey of glass, the documentary explores the relationship between the artisans who create camera lenses and the masters of light who use these lenses to capture their beloved art form. Bending the Light features never-before-seen footage from inside a premier Japanese lens factory, intimate interviews with lens engineers, and a peek into the world of award-winning photographers and cinematographers Stephen Goldblatt, ASC, BSC, Greg Gorman, Simon Bruty, Laura El-Tantawy, and Richard Barnes.
Who directed Bending the Light?
Bending the Light was directed by Michael Apted.
Who stars in Bending the Light?
Bending the Light stars Michael Apted, Stephen Goldblatt, Greg Gorman.
How long is Bending the Light?
Bending the Light has a runtime of 1h 0m (60 minutes).
What genre is Bending the Light?
Bending the Light is a Documentary, Family film.
Where was Bending the Light produced?
Bending the Light was produced in Japan, United States of America.