Broadcast Magazine reports that the upcoming series of Doctor Who is being shot with different cameras to give the series a new filmic look.
Tha magazine reports that the production house
Films at 59 has supplied BBC Studios in Cardiff with
Cooke anamorphic Prime lenses and
Angenieux Optimo anamorphic zooms that will be used with
Arri Alexa XT and
Alex Mini cameras. The intention is to bring an increased cinematic look to the show which went into production at the end of October.
Films at 59 hire client manager
Dave Wride told Broadcast
The BBC have made a monumental leap here to enhance the look of Doctor Who and I’m sure the fans will not be disappointed with the distinctly cinematic results that this lens and camera combo will afford them.
The lens change is one of a number of changes being made by the new production team led by Executive Producers
Chris Chibnall and
Matt Strevens, in what is expected to be a major reboot for the series. Earlier this month The Mirror reported that Composer
Murray Gold is also to leave after this year's Christmas Special, but this has not been confirmed by the BBC.
One person definitly departing is
Edward Russell, who has been Brand Manager on Doctor Who since it returned in 2005. Russell announced his departure on
twitter I’ve been planning my departure since the summer & agreed to stay on to see out Peter Capaldi’s era. I’ll be here until the end of the year. The role ends with my departure but I’m sure the work will continue. What an amazing 12 years!
The last episode produced by the incumbent Production team is this year Christmas Special
Twice Upon a Time which will see
Peter Capaldi regenerate into thirteenth Doctor
Jodie Whittaker.