
The Cinematography Podcast Two DPs, one vision: creating the look of Pluribus
Apr 3, 2026
01:11:12
The Cinematography Podcast Episode 351: Marshall Adams, ASC and Paul Donachie
Pluribus DPs Marshall Adams and Paul Donachie share a visual shorthand, love of wide shots, and creative freedom to craft inventive techniques using LED panels.
Key Podcast Highlights:
-Marshall and Paul’s collaboration as DPs, and how their shared aesthetic vision strengthens the show.
-Getting absolute top-down permission from producer/director Vince Gilligan to take creative risks.
-The importance of prep, rehearsal and flexibility in planning intriguing shots.
-Focusing on finding visual effects in camera instead of relying on VFX, such as the LED rig Marshall built for the truck oner in the pilot episode.
Find Marshall Adams, ASC: Instagram @smadadp
See Pluribus on Apple TV
Show Rundown:
02:22 Close Focus
11:46-46:45 Marshall Adams and Paul Donachie interview
47:22 Short ends
55:47 Wrap up/Credits
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