Mortal Kombat 2 with Cinematographer Stephen Windon ACS ASC

About this episode

Stephen Windon discusses his career and the making of Mortal Kombat 2.

Stephen Windon ACS ASC has spent more than 50 years behind the camera, building a career that has taken him from the ABC in Sydney to some of Hollywood's biggest productions. A third-generation filmmaker and ACS Hall of Fame inductee, Stephen's credits include seven Fast & Furious films, Star Trek Beyond, The Gray Man, The Electric State and, most recently, Mortal Kombat 2. In Part 1 of our Mortal Kombat 2 series, Stephen joins Lucas Tomoana to discuss his remarkable career journey, the evolution of action filmmaking, and the challenges of leading large-scale productions. The conversation dives into the making of Mortal Kombat 2, including the film's fantasy-inspired visual approach, Unreal Engine previsualisation, massive practical sets, IMAX photography, anamorphic lenses, and the creative decisions behind bringing one of gaming's most iconic worlds to the screen. Powered by Sony technology. Produced by Deb Van Dieren. Hosted & edited by Lucas Tomoana SOC ACO.

People in this episode

Host: Lucas Tomoana

Guest: Stephen Windon ACS ASC

Topics covered

• cinematography
• action filmmaking
• Mortal Kombat 2
• visual effects
• film production

Keywords

• cinematographer
• action films
• IMAX photography
• Unreal Engine
• practical sets

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Sony

Books & works: Mortal Kombat 2, Fast & Furious, Star Trek Beyond, The Gray Man, The Electric State

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