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DESCRIPTION: We’re back in the bullet-riddled world of Light the Wick, as we interview the genuinely incredible cinematographer Dan Laustsen, who shot “John Wick: Chapter 2” and "Chapter 3." In this installment we speak to Laustsen about the fun of shooting action sequences, working with Keanu Reeves, the challenges of filming on location in New York City (especially Chinatown), and how important lighting is in the franchise. Also: find out what colors are off-limits in the "John Wick" universe! Released July 9th, 2021.

SHOW NOTES: Here are some great behind the scenes photos from “John Wick: Chapter 3”...

In the interview Dan talks about how the glass house in “John Wick: Chapter 3” was a great collaboration with production designer Kevin Kavanaugh (if you want to hear our interview with Kevin, click here). Check out this great behind the scenes photo of the glass house...

And here’s one of the fight scenes in the glass house...

Dan also told us they added fluorescent lights on the pillars in the bridge in “John Wick: Chapter 3” because it looked too boring without them. Here’s the scene he was talking about...

In the interview Dan talks about how he loves shooting in rain. He said it's tough to work in but it makes for a powerful image...

We also discussed the ending of “John Wick: Chapter 3” and how it was a late reshoot. Here’s the scene that was a reshoot...