AICN Email interview with Christopher Doyle
QUINT: You've worked on both American and Asian films, but you work more often in Asian cinema. What is it about the experience or sensibilities of Asian cinema that attracts you to it?
CHRISTOPHER DOYLE: They dont fire people for liking the stars ego in asia .. the process is more organic (you can find a film or a style instead of appropriating one) We make real films Hollywood buys the remake rights .. white women are more difficult to light ... the food is better here .. we work longer hours so i stay out of trouble a little more .. the 7/11 , the corner store even the gas station sells beer
QUINT: I would imagine the cinematographer has one of the most collaborative jobs on a film set. Tell me a little bit about how you work with directors.
CHRISTOPHER DOYLE: like a whore: you pay me and i give you a good time! Tell me what you want and i will do more than you can! I make a lot of noise but i like what i do! I'll call you BIG BOY if you will just let me get on with my job .
