About – Cinematography

About

Anup Kulkarni – Cinematographer | VFX Supervisor | Visual Storyteller

Anup Kulkarni is an award-winning Hollywood Cinematographer and VFX Supervisor who has brought stories to life on films like Life of Pi, Thor: The Dark World, Percy Jackson, and R.I.P.D. Along the way, he has earned seven Best Cinematography awards and has been honored to serve as a jury member at respected film festivals across the United States.

His work has taken him across the world, collaborating on projects in nine languages and spanning everything from feature films and television to documentaries, music videos, and commercials. Always curious and forward-thinking, Anup is also exploring new frontiers in VR cinematography, recently creating 180° immersive experiences for the Apple Vision Pro.

When not on set, he shares his knowledge as a visiting lecturer at Fresno State University, teaching color theory and the art of VFX color grading to the next generation of filmmakers. With a background that blends cinematography, photography, and visual effects, Anup brings cultural sensitivity, technical mastery, and a love for storytelling to every project he takes on.

“He sees cinema as a dialogue between light and shadow, color and emotion. A philosophy that guides his passion for storytelling.”

Achievements in Cinematography

Best Cinematography - The Sea Was Never Blue - Feature Film - Marina del Rey Film Festival 2023

Best Cinematographer Award -Sirens - European Cinematography Awards 2019

Best Cinematography - A Touch of Aurora - Fest Cine Pedra Azul 2018, Brazil

Best Cinematographer - Rosethorn - United International Film Festival 2017

Best Cinematography - Head Of The Mouse - Los Angeles Independent Film Festival Awards 2016

Best Cinematographer - Singularity - Lake View International Film Festival 2016

Best Cinematography - Rosethorn - TMC London Film Festival 2016

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Anup’s abilities on screen are the work of a true master cinematographer who capably displays his work on every production.
Al Danuzio, Actor
41st Guarnicê Festival de Cinema & Brazilian International Press Award-winner, Brazil

Anup is an extraordinary cinematographer and visual effects artist. His work on Academy Award-nominated and winning films, such as Life of Pi, and commercially successful films, such as Thor: The Dark World, is world-renowned.
John Heath, Editor & Director
Four Primetime Emmy Award nominees. St. Elsewhere, Chicago Hope, and Picket Fences

With an impressive resume such as Anup’s, people within the filmmaking industry would be hard-pressed to find another cinematographer and visual effects artist like him!
Johnny Williams, Actor
Taxi Driver, Goodfellas, Green Book, Gangs of New York, and Silence

Anup’s ability to create the fantastic worlds in his films, blending them into reality, has given him the highest professional honors and achievements.
Suki Medencevic, ASC, Cinematographer
Shining Vale, American Horror Story, The Big Cigar

Anup’s talents truly are a rare sight that elevates the films it is a part of, and is part of the formula for a successful production.
Tony Cucchiari, Cinematographer
CSI: NY, Old School, and 60 Minutes

His talent is rare and has already graced the screens in captivating fashion.
Victoria Del Rosal, Actor
Rica, Famosa, Latina, the Billboard Latino Award winner for Azteca America

Anup Kulkarni is an expert at handling the technical aspects of his job and is a true master of visual effects. His abilities and long list of achievements will not only create the most breathtaking scenes in the future of cinema, but he will also elevate every production lucky enough to hire him
Wilmer Lin, Camera tracking & Matchmove Supervisor, Rhythm and Hues
Golden Compass, Babe: Pig in the City, Night at the Museum, and The Chronicles of Narnia.

He has an amazing eye for CGI and technical skills. Every single scene achieved exactly what it was supposed to be, with Anup's unique touch guiding it.
Saraswathi Vani Balgam, founding director of Rhythm & Hues Studios, India, Malaysia & Taiwan
Life of Pi, The Golden Compass, Babe, X-Men: Days of Future Past, The Incredible Hulk, The Chronicles of Narnia, 300: Rise of an Empire.