01m

Tito welcomes MZed Pro members to the world of anamorphic cinematography.

Subtitles available: English

44m

In the first module, Tito dives into the early days of the anamorphic format and some key moments in the evolution of the technology. You’ll learn about the optics of how anamorphic lenses work, different aspect ratios, and how anamorphic lenses can give you a head start in creating a cinematic experience.

Subtitles available: English

47m

Module 2 of the Anamorphic Cookbook starts with a common confusion: what's the difference between an anamorphic lens and an adapter? Can you tell? We go on to learn about how anamorphic lenses focus, including double focus, fixed focus, synchro, linear compensator and the counter-rotating astigmatizer. You’ll also hear Tito's take on renting versus buying your own anamorphic gear, and how to prepare your anamorphic lenses before a shoot.

Subtitles available: English

1h 04m

In this module, you’ll learn all about choosing a camera, lens mount, and sensor size when shooting anamorphic. Tito covers anamorphic modes on cameras that have them, and using crop marks on cameras that don’t, as well as monitoring on set with external monitors and recorders. You’ll also learn about focal reducers as well as the importance of the flange-to-sensor distance with different lens mounts. The module concludes with Tito giving his recommendation for the best budget camera system for shooting anamorphic.

Subtitles available: English

14m

Watch Tito as he shows you the breakdown for Module 3 of the Anamorphic Cookbook, including lighting, set decoration and production design. You'll also hear Tito's take on the legendary Cooke lenses versus modern Atlas lenses, plus a special thanks to all the people who made this course possible.

Subtitles available: English

59m

In this exclusive interview, join CineD's Nino Leitner as he interviews Tito Ferradans about his journey into anamorphic lenses, what he believes can truly transform anamorphic filmmaking, and where you can go for more help. Tito also describes how and why he decided to make the Anamorphic Cookbook course.

Subtitles available: English