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Documentary Filmmaking on the Sony BURANO with Jake Baine

3 weeks ago | brighttangerine.com | Angus Warrender

It’s been just over a year since we launched our range of accessories for the Sony BURANO – alongside the BURANO itself. With dedicated kits for both cinematic narrative and mobile documentary shooters, the BURANO range has become the go-to choice of cinematographers across the industry. We recently caught up with filmmaker Jake Baine, whose latest documentary project required a lightweight and versatile camera solution – so he turned to the BURANO.
Introducing the Sony VENICE Extension Mini, with Bright Tangerine

4 weeks ago | brighttangerine.com | Angus Warrender

If you caught yesterday’s announcement of the Sony VENICE Extension Mini, you may have spotted some familiar KASBAH Handgrips front-and-centre as Sony demonstrated the production power of this bite-sized camera. But that’s not all: we are thrilled to reveal what Sony have achieved as they push the boundaries of what is possible with camera technology. We’ve designed a bespoke camera cage for the VENICE Extension Mini, which will be available for purchase soon.
We're Moving - Bright Tangerine

1 month ago | brighttangerine.com | Angus Warrender

For those who don’t know, Bright Tangerine has been based in the heart of the UK since its founding. Like most companies, we started around a kitchen table rather than a conference table – but have steadily grown into a global business. Now in 2025, we’re moving to new offices to better accommodate our customers – but we’ll be going through some downtime in the meantime. From the end of March 2025, we’ll be moving our current office locations to a new base in Hampshire.
Julian Zarzoso-Lowe (The Batman, Project Hail Mary) on the Prodigy Air Deflector

1 month ago | brighttangerine.com | Angus Warrender

The Prodigy Air Deflector has quickly become a favourite for professional filmmakers: blasting compressed air at over 300mph; it keeps your camera’s front element clear of interference from dust, moisture or other particulates. Julian Zarzoso-Lowe is a 2nd Assistant Cameraman and Camera Technician with extensive experience across Film and TV production.
Moving Stories: A Project Zero Behind-the-Scenes Film

1 month ago | brighttangerine.com | Angus Warrender

“It’s all about story. I’m constantly reminding myself that whenever I enter into a project.”– Kitalé WilsonIt is definitely a story worth telling. Two years ago, Dr. Geoff Wilson and his son Kitalé started work on Project Zero: setting sail from Australia on a journey across the world. In 2024, we partnered with the Project Zero team for the latest leg of their documentary, across the breathtaking landscape of Iceland. But it’s not just a holiday.
Valentina Vee on the KASBAH Ātman Universal Shoulder Rig

1 month ago | brighttangerine.com | Angus Warrender

If you have ever looked up anything filmmaking-related on YouTube, there’s a good chance you already know Valentina Vee. Over the years, her various tutorials have been a window into professional filmmaking practices: covering everything from detailed lighting plans to streamlined editing workflows. Vee’s career spans a range of genres: across commercials, narrative shorts and documentaries; working with everyone from The Rock to The Deep.
Seamless Shooting with DOP Sebastian Klinger & the Misfit Atom

1 month ago | brighttangerine.com | Angus Warrender

It is every filmmaker’s dream: to have your work recognised on the global stage and given the opportunity to expand on it. In the run-up to the release of his latest feature, Sew Torn, we spoke to DOP Sebastian Klinger about how his lightweight FX6 setup – including our Misfit Atom matte box – was used. Sew Torn started as a short film, directed by Freddy Macdonald as an application for the American Film Institute (AFI).
Testing the Waters with the KASBAH Ātman Shoulder Rig

1 month ago | brighttangerine.com | Angus Warrender

Whether you’re shooting a documentary on the Manchester ship canal or grounded narrative features, a shoulder rig is great for creating smooth shots whilst maintaining authentic handheld-like camera movement. Our KASBAH Ātman Shoulder Rig system has become an essential for many filmmakers: providing a comfortable shoulder rig for any camera system. Recently, a team of filmmakers took a KASBAH Ātman down to the rugged Cornwall coast, giving them the freedom to shoot their short film Modros.
The Wandering Film School: Making Filmmaking More Accessible

2 months ago | brighttangerine.com | Angus Warrender

Over the past decade, an inspiring group in Bosnia-Herzegovina has been providing young people with a practical filmmaking education in just a handful of days. The Wandering Film School is a group of filmmakers that works to educate its students on both the art and the trade of filmmaking. Every year, a class of young filmmakers embark on a ten-day process to produce a short: learning the theory and practice of visual storytelling.
Arron Monkman (Venom: The Last Dance, The Boys in the Boat) on the Prodigy Air Deflector

2 months ago | brighttangerine.com | Angus Warrender

Using compressed air blasted at over 300mph, our Prodigy Air Deflector protects your lens and keeps your shot clear. For shooting in unpredictable conditions such as dirt, snow, rain or sand; it keeps your lens clear and reduces downtime. We’ve recently been chatting with a number of camera professionals about our Prodigy Air Deflector.