Interview with Owen Roizman, ASC

The following are audio excerpts from the interview with Owen Roizman conducted by Robert Fisher and Owen's son, Eric, a camera operator. These excerpts require the Real Media plugin in order to play.

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Clip 1 (57k)
Owen Roizman talks about shooting The French Connection. This clip is approximately 1 minute long.

Clip 2 (170k)
Owen Roizman talks about shooting three comedies in a row after the French Connection, followed by The Exorcist. This clip is approximately 3.5 minutes long.

Clip 3 (115k)
Owen Roizman talks about why he turned down feature work to focus on his commercial production company. This clip is approximately 2.5 minutes long.

Clip 4 (282k)
Owen Roizman talks about shooting The Electric Horseman. This clip is approximately 5.5 minutes long.

Clip 5 (262k)
Eric Roizman asks his father various questions. This clip is approximately 5 minutes long.

Clip 6 (174k)
Own Roizman explains why he thinks videotape and DVD are the most significant technology advances for cinematographers -- the ability to study others' work. This clip is approximately 3.5 minutes long.