‘Man on Fire’ Cinematographer Breaks Down the Gritty Look of Netflix’s Action Reboot
From the busy streets of Mexico City to the favelas of Rio, Coda and Barry DP Paula Huidobro reveals how…
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From the busy streets of Mexico City to the favelas of Rio, Coda and Barry DP Paula Huidobro reveals how…
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