A 'Saturday Night Live' cinematographer takes viewers behind the scenes with an epic opening shot that captures the energy and chaos of the iconic show's 1975 premiere.
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Acclaimed director Jason Reitman's 'Saturday Night' film opens with a gripping 3.5-minute single shot that weaves through Studio 8H, transporting viewers to the frenzied preparations for 'SNL's debut episode.
The cinematographer aimed to recreate the 'accuracy' of the 'energy and chaos' felt backstage, bringing audiences an intimate, fly-on-the-wall perspective of the legendary show's storied beginnings.
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Jason Reitman, NBC, Saturday Night Live, Saturday Night