🎥 Introduction to Hybrid Cinema Cameras In recent years, the line between professional cinema cameras and mirrorless still cameras has blurred. Hybrid cinema cameras bring together the cinematic image quality and recording formats of dedicated cinema systems with the portability, autofocus, and usability of mirrorless still cameras. They are designed […]
The ongoing Venice Film Festival 2025—the 82nd edition—runs from 27 August to 6 September 2025 at Venice Lido, showcasing a diverse selection of films, major premieres, A-list stars, and key industry honors, solidifying its status as one of the world’s most prestigious cinematic events. Festival Overview This year’s festival is […]
Honey Drop in Celluloid – A Tribute to Madhu Eminent Writer,Film Critic,Historian and Director Aranthai Manian shares his viewing experience Thanks to SICA and Mr. C.J. Rajkumar, I had the privilege of watching Honey Drop in Celluloid, an exceptional 90-minute documentary on the legendary Malayalam actor–director–producer Madhu (Madhavan […]
HBO Camera Assessment Series (CAS) 2023 – Screening Report Hosted by Qube Cinemas | Presented by SMPTE | August 16, 2025 On August 16, 2025, Qube Cinemas, in association with SMPTE, proudly hosted the HBO Camera Assessment Series (CAS) 2023 screening in Chennai. Produced by HBO (now part of Warner […]
India’s First Self-Designed Rotating Body Rig Invented by Cinematographer Gopikrishna SICA member after six months of research and development, this pioneering rig redefines how movement is captured on camera. Designed and built entirely in India, it can fully rotate even high-end cinema cameras like the RED Komodo, unlocking 360° storytelling […]
SICA Holds Packed Annual General Body Meeting, Unveils Major App Upgrades and Honours Cinematographer Shiva GRN Chennai, August 10: The Southern India Cinematographers’ Association (SICA) held its Annual General Body Meeting (AGM) on Sunday at Prasad Lab Theatre, Chennai, drawing a full house of members for a day of updates, […]
