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Still frame from Between the Living and the Dead Feature Film.

Emotional
Cinematography
Forged through Light and Shadow

Johnny Young. Cinematographer | Director | Editor

Select Filmography

01 // Feature Film

The Desperate

A young couple makes a reckless decision in order to get out of financial hardship, leaving them on the run from a terrifying adversary.

Leonora Scelfo walks down ominous hallway with two detectives from Feature Film The Desperate

02 // Feature Film

Between the Living
and the Dead

Two sisters befriend a a heroic stranger in a post-apocalyptic world as their perception of it erodes after the death of their father.

Still frame of woman in warrior makeup from Between the Living and the Dead

03 // Feature Film

American Criminals

A period re-enactment of the infamous true story of Nathan Leopold and Richard Loeb, whose belief in intellectual superiority led to one of America's most notorious murders.

Still frame of Robert Donovan and company as lawyers and clients in a courtroom in Feature Film American Criminals

A curated look at recent narrative projects. This featured work section highlights a selection of portfolio pieces that reflect a range of visual styles and storytelling approaches.

Director's Statement on Cinematography

Director and Cinematographer Johnny Young operating a camera for a scene in Baton Rouge Serial Killer: Derrick Todd Lee.

I approach every project with the belief that every frame should have purpose. Through dramatic lighting, intentional composition, and thoughtful camera movement, I strive for my cinematography to evoke emotion, build tension, and deepen the connection between the audience and the story.

Cinematic Worldview

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