From Burritos to Hollywood Blockbusters: A Chat with Senior Colorist John Daro

Color & Coffee

Join us on an engaging journey into the colorful world of filmmaking with John Daro, the lead DI colorist at Warner Post Production Creative Services. John shares his fascinating insights into the art of color grading, drawing parallels between the meticulous craft of filmmaking and the simple pleasure of brewing coffee and tea.
Together, we unravel the unconventional path of an editor whose passion was sparked by early tech experiences and unique ventures like selling breakfast burritos and DJing. From pivotal moments in Camarillo to the life-changing Avid certification, we celebrate the magic that happens when technology, creativity, and a human ingenuity combine in a relentless pursuit to make cool stories. Our conversation also sheds light on the groundbreaking use of HDR in animated films, where subtle enhancements in character emotions and minute details transform storytelling, drawing unexpected yet powerful parallels with classical art techniques.
Reflecting on the evolving landscape of filmmaking in the remote (COVID) era, we emphasize the irreplaceable value of collaborating with talent in person and how the essence of in-person creativity remains unmatched in the sport of filmmaking.

Grab your favorite beverage and get ready for an excellent episode of Color & Coffee!

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Chapters

1. From Burritos to Hollywood Blockbusters: A Chat with Senior Colorist John Daro (00:00:00)

2. Intro & Coffee Talk (00:01:43)

3. John's Background (00:06:48)

4. HDR and Animated Films (Seabeast, In Your Dreams) (00:17:15)

5. Understanding HDR and its use in Filmmaking (00:25:38)

6. Collaborative Filmmaking in Remote Era (00:32:00)