Why don't movies look like *movies* anymore?

#videoessay #cinematography #movies Music from Audiio: Get 70% off your first year for only $59 https://audiio.com/patrickt Remember when movies used to look good? Rich shadows, bold colors, and depth. But now? A lot of films and shows look flat, dull, and lifeless. In this video, I break down why modern cinematography feels so uninspired, and it’s NOT digital’s fault. Let’s talk about dynamic range, lighting, and why intentional choices matter more than ever. What you’ll learn: • Why older movies look better than modern ones • How dynamic range & contrast affect the cinematic look • The role of VFX, lighting, and production design in the decline of movie aesthetics James Mathieson clip from The Unscriptify Podcast. Movies featured: The Parent Trap Superbad Zodiac WICKED Se7en The Killer Find me: Threads: https://www.threads.net/@impatrickt X: https://x.com/imPatrickT IG: instagram.com/impatrickt