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CONVERSATIONS WITH CALVIN — WE THESPECIES
Hosted by Calvin Schwartz
Meet PETER PAVLAKIS: “The universe made it difficult to pulloff this interview. Crazy power failures and things lost in space. But it wasworth the wait. Peter is endearing, introspective, dedicated, illuminating, andbrilliant. Reminded me of Jimmy Stewart. He’s an award-winning Brooklyn-basedfreelance cinematographer. Of course, I brought up the cinematography from Dr.Zhivago and how it magically transported me over time. He is the quintessenceof moving images, helping us see the world. He emanates devotion to craft andart.
His film, ‘ApostasyBlues’ is a feature comedy drama. He is the writer, director, not thecinematographer. The premise is unique. A cult-leader raptures with donationmoney and then a manhunt. Comedy. Drama. I asked him, as a cinematographer, if he sees himself as a technician ora philosopher with a camera. Emphatically, he said more cinematic. I sensedthat. Balance life for what you believe in. Cinema can unite a divided culture.Part of his living comes from making commercials.
Microbudget. I mentioned how that word has come up invirtually every interview so far. My fantasy. Hitting Powerball and fixingthat. In the future, he’d like to make provocative films like this. He’s theessence of deep thought. The power stayed on. Until we finished.” Calvin
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PETER PAVLAKIS: Writer, Director, “Apostasy Blues;’Screening at Garden State Film Festival
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ABOUT: About
Award-winning Brooklyn-based cinematographer with 12 yearsof experience bringing stories to life across narrative film, commercials,fashion, music videos, branded content, and documentaries. I specialize incrafting visually striking, emotionally resonant imagery that elevates abrand’s message and connects with audiences.
I believe the power of moving images lies in revealing thebeauty within everyday moments and sparking empathy through fresh perspectives.Known for a collaborative spirit, creative problem-solving, and a steady handunder pressure, I thrive in fast-paced productions where vision and executionmust align seamlessly.
Please reach out if you're interested in working together!
Peter Pavlakis is writer and director of Apostasy Blues, anindependent comedy/drama about two cult members whose leader “raptures” withtheir donation money, sending them on a manhunt from rural Ohio to New YorkCity.
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