Nov 10 2024

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Southern India Cinematographers’ Association (SICA) Post Production Awareness Event Today’s event was organized by the Southern India Cinematographers Association (SICA) to raise awareness on the critical aspects of post-production within the film industry. The event brought together notable industry professionals, including DOPs, editors, producers, and other cinema union members, highlighting […]

Nov 09 2024

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Rathnavelu ISC,  one of India’s most influential cinematographers, has consistently pioneered new visual techniques and technologies in the industry. With each project, he has pushed creative and technical boundaries, setting new standards for Indian cinema. His work on Nandha redefined the cinemascope format, while Rangasthalam delivered a grand, rustic aesthetic […]

Oct 18 2024

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Mahesh Muthuswami is an acclaimed Indian cinematographer known for his dynamic visual storytelling and innovative use of light and camera movement. A graduate of the prestigious Pune Film Institute, Mahesh has worked on critically acclaimed films like Chithiram Pesuthadi, Anjathey, and Nandhalaala with directors like Mysskin, Pandiraj, and Radha Mohan. […]

Oct 13 2024

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Apple immersive 3D camera Apple just released “Submerged”, the first scripted short film shot entirely to be viewed with the Vision Pro. With the film, they released behind-the-scenes footage about the process that reveals the long-rumoured Apple 8K 3D camera which was used to shoot the production. Apple’s development of […]

Aug 18 2024

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SICA : Special Screening of “Thangalaan” Venue : Prasad lab theatre Chennai Date: 18th August 2024 / 2.30 pm The Southern India Cinematographers’ Association (SICA) hosted an exclusive screening of Director Pa Ranjith’s much-anticipated film Thangalaan released on Independence Day. The event saw a remarkable turnout of SICA members who […]

Jan 23 2024

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The countdown to the #Oscars2024 has officially started. All of the nominations for the 96th annual Academy Awards were announced Tuesday morning.” Welcome to the dazzling world of the Oscars, where golden statuettes transform dreams into reality. Did you know that the iconic Oscar statuette stands 13.5 inches tall and […]

May 01 2022

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Jun 29 2018

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Jun 25 2018

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The Southern India Cinematographers Association, SICA, was started on 27th November 1972. Mr. A. Vincent was the Founder-President, Mr.P.N.Sundaram the General Secretary and Mr. S. Maruthi Rao the Treasurer. The main objective was to engage with the management of studios and producers to secure better emoluments, job security and fair remuneration and benefits. SICA is a TRADE UNION of all South Indian Cinematographers and is affiliated to the Film Employees Federation of South India (FEFSI).

Today SICA aims to further the artistic interest of the cinematographers, educate and keep abreast with the latest technical achievements in the field, protect the commercial interests and look after the welfare of its members. Technical Qualification, Knowledge and Experience is the primary criteria for membership. The Membership today is Classified under ACTIVE Cameraman, ASSOCIATE Cameraman and JUNIORS.

Santosh Sivan

Iruvar, 1997

P.C.Sreeram

NAYAGAN, 1987

B.Kannan

Kangalal Kaidhu Sei , 2004

Chota K Naidu

Damarukam, 2012

Balu Mahendra

MOONDRAM BIRAI, 1982

Madhu Ambat

Amaram, 1990

Santosh Sivan

Iruvar, 1997

S. Ramachandra

Mane, 1989-90

Santosh Sivan

Iruvar, 1997

Balu Mahendra

MOONDRAM BIRAI, 1982

P.C.Sreeram

NAYAGAN, 1987

Madhu Ambat

Amaram, 1990

B.Kannan

Kangalal Kaidhu Sei , 2004

Santosh Sivan

Iruvar, 1997

Chota K Naidu

Damarukam, 2012

S. Ramachandra

Mane, 1989-90

Since time immemorial, labour has always been sought to be exploited by employers the world over, who invariably held the upper hand in employment. Trade activism has been in existence since ancient times, but has been organized only in the past few centuries since the Industrial Revolution.

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Veteran Cinematographer NK Viswanathan was popular for his works as Cinematographer for films like ‘Kalyanaraaman’. He holds the record of doing more than100 feature films which is a remarkable benchmark in the history of film industry in any part of the globe.

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