Camera - KOMODO 6K - Lens - Nikon 180-400mm f/4E TC1.4 FL ED AF-S NIKKOR VR Lens / Cinematography by Andrés Jiménez
Cinematography by ANDRÉS JIMÉNEZ
Shoot on
RED KOMODO & RED RAVEN
All the images in this article are still frames from the video movie.
An institutional
DOCUMENTARY
"Wellness," a documentary filmed and directed by Andrés Jiménez, takes viewers on a captivating journey into the world of holistic health and personal transformation. Set against the serene backdrop of Hippocrates Wellness in West Palm Beach, Florida, the film offers a compelling and inspiring look at the lives of several individuals as they embark on transformative health journeys.
Camera - KOMODO 6K - Lens - Rokinon Xeen 24mm T1.5 Cine Lens / Cinematography by Andrés Jiménez
The art of filming
My name is Andrés Jiménez. As a journalist and photojournalist, I always harbored the dream of creating a documentary film, influenced by the National Geographic Channel and Discovery Channel. My passion for documentary filmmaking was discovered at a very young age. After working in newspapers, magazines, political and sports events, and various other professional capacities as a photographer and writer, life guided me toward the path of documentary films.
Camera RED Raven During the documentary filming- Shoot on NIKON D850 Lens 24-70mm f/2.8 / Photo by Andrés Jiménez
Camera - RED Raven 4.5k - Lens Venus Optics Laowa 24mm f/14 Cine-Mod Version / Cinematography by Andrés Jiménez
In summary, a few years ago, I arrived in Los Angeles, Hollywood, and acquired the skills to use specialized cinematographic cameras for filmmaking, such as the renowned RED CINEMA CAMERAS. These cameras provide substantial support to filmmakers entering the realm of high-performance cinematography.
Camera - RED Raven 4.5k -120 FPS Sigma 18-35mm T2.0 Cine High-Speed Lens / Cinematography by Andrés Jiménez
On this occasion, I had the fortune and wonderful experience of creating a complete film, employing different recording methodologies and managing the cinematography entirely. I utilized two types of cameras: the RED RAVEN and RED KOMODO. Starting with these instruments.
Camera - RED Raven 4.5k -120 FPS Nikon 70-200mm f/2.8 / Cinematography by Andrés Jiménez
I ventured into filming and exploring the world of creation without a script, recording unexpectedly and almost improvisationally. There was no time to repeat shots or reshoot scenes, as the world of documentaries is captured spontaneously. Gradually, without realizing it, I was filming and conducting interviews for my first film.
Camera - RED Raven 4.5k -24 FPS Sigma 18-35mm T2.0 Cine High-Speed Lens / Cinematography by Andrés Jiménez
My years of experience in photojournalism have provided me with the training and necessary skills to employ various methodological processes when recording and composing the image. I aim to capture the soul of the scene, the subject, the environment, maximizing the potential of the situation to be recorded or the event to be documented without disrupting its essence.
Camera - RED Raven 4.5k -24 FPS Sigma 18-35mm T2.0 Cine High-Speed Lens / Cinematography by Andrés Jiménez
Camera - RED Raven 4.5k -60 FPS Sigma 18-35mm T2.0 Cine High-Speed Lens / Cinematography by Andrés Jiménez
The freedom and flexibility that these RED cameras offer during recording, editing, and color manipulation are of the highest quality, providing the necessary dynamic range to enhance creativity. I also utilized a diverse array of cinematographic lenses such as Sigmas Cine Lens, Rokinon Xeen, Nikon, Laowa, and Canon, which aided in generating more inspiration when heading out to record.
Camera - RED Raven 4.5k -120 FPS Sigma 18-35mm T2.0 Cine High-Speed Lens / Cinematography by Andrés Jiménez
But it doesn't stop there. Glensy's ultimate dream is to represent her country on the grandest stage of them all the Olympics. With every training session, she envisions herself standing on the podium, adorned with a gold medal around her neck, as her country's flag is raised high in celebration of her remarkable achievement.
Camera - RED Raven 4.5k - Lens Venus Optics Laowa 24mm f/14 Cine-Mod Version / Cinematography by Andrés Jiménez
Camera - KOMODO 6K - Sigma 18-35mm T2.0 Cine High-Speed Lens / Cinematography by Andrés Jiménez
Truth be told, having the freedom and fully exploiting the potential of these instruments to express a theme and thus help others understand it in a detailed artistic manner, for the enjoyment of viewers at the end of the day, is gratifying. Whether your image is viewed on a cellphone or an 8k TV, the crucial aspect is that the image is impeccable and well-framed, explaining everything clearly.