4th CINEMATOGRAPHY FOCUS at the 14th Evolution Mallorca International Film Festival

Name: 4th CINEMATOGRAPHY FOCUS at the 14th Evolution Mallorca International Film Festival
Start: 2025-10-21T19:00:00+02:00
End: 2025-10-25T04:00:00+02:00
Location: Palma De Mallorca

Schedule

Tue, 21 Oct, 2025 at 07:00 pm to Sat, 25 Oct, 2025 at 04:00 am

UTC+02:00

Location

Palma De Mallorca | Palma De Mallorca, PM

CINEMATOGRAPHY FOCUS
OCTOBER 21 - 24
OPENING GALA
MASTERCLASSES
GEAR LOUNGE
SCREENINGS
PANELS
PARTIES
ALL ACCESS PASS 49€

Experience the energy of the 2025 Cinematography Focus—made possible by the powerhouse lineup of Sony, Astera, Leitz, Palma Pictures, and ARRI. Sony leads with innovative cameras and A-list panels, Astera lights up the show with fresh tech and a buzz-worthy masterclass, and Leitz brings iconic lenses to the Gear Lounge. Local legends Palma Pictures connect global talent, with ARRI rounding out the team. Partnering with IMAGO, AEC, Camera&Light, British Cinematographer, and Film and Digital Times, this event takes Mallorca center stage as the hotspot for international cinematography and creative connection.
One of the festival’s most important pillars of the Evolution Mallorca International Film Festival is the Cinematography Focus, celebrating its fourth edition as a vital platform to advance the craft of cinematography through education, networking, and recognition of artistic excellence.

ANNOUNCING PHEDON PAPAMICHAEL, ASC, GSC, GCA AS OUR CINEMATOGRAPHY ICON 2025
This year’s distinguished program will pay tribute to Oscar-nominated cinematographer Phedon Papamichael, ASC, GSC, GCA who will be honored with the prestigious Cinematography Icon Award 2025 during the opening gala, alongside other prominent figures of the international film community.

CINEMATOGRAPHY FOCUS EVENTS 2025
Tuesday, October 21, 2025
18:00 – Opening Gala and Film at Palau de Congressos: Presentation of the Cinematography Icon Award to Phedon Papamichael, ASC , GSC

Wednesday, October 22, 2025
10:00–14:00 – Cinematography Focus Gear Lounge at Sala Rivoli showcasing the latest equipment from Sony, Astera, and Leitz
11:30 – An Icon Talk with Phedon Papamichael,ASC, GSC, GCA: An in-depth conversation exploring his early career, creative challenges, and collaborations with renowned directors
16:00-22:00 - Screenings

Thursday, October 23, 2025
10:00–14:00 – Cinematography Focus Gear Lounge at Sala Rivoli (continuation)
10:00 – Masterclass: “Anatomy of a Scene” with cinematographer Jamie Ramsay, presented by Astera, analyzing lighting techniques
12:00 – Panel: “Forging Your Path: Lessons from Top Cinematography Agents” with
Bill Dispoto (DDA Talent),
Steve Jacob (WPA),
Rachael Taylor (London Independent Talent Group),
Agnès Lupión (AURA Collective) and
Blanca Aysa (PlanB)
moderated by Rainer Lipski
16:00-22:00 - Screenings
18:30 – Spotlight Screening & Q&A with Phedon Papamichael, ASC, GSC, GCA
22:00 – Cinematography Networking Party (location TBA), Palma de Mallorca

Friday, October 24, 2025
10:00–14:00 – Cinematography Focus Gear Lounge at Sala Rivoli (continuation)
10:00 – Sony panel “Creating emotion through cinematography”, moderated by Zoe Mutter (Editor-in-Chief of British Cinematographer), featuring
Phedon Papamichael, ASC, GSC, GCA,
Oona Menges, BSC and
Pablo Diez, AEC.
12:00 – Camera&Light Magazine Panel moderated by Carmen V. Albert, Editor-in-Chief of Camera&Light
16:00-22:00 - Screenings
23:30 – Closing Cinematography Party at Lío, Palma de Mallorca

The Cinematography Focus continues to grow as a reference destination for cinematographers, directors, producers, actors and industry professionals seeking to explore the latest technological advancements, network with colleagues, and gain inspiration from master practitioners of the craft.
https://www.evolutionfilmfestival.com/cinematography-focus