Why is David Fincher a Genius? — Directing Styles Explained

David Fincher is one of the greatest directors of all time. His movies have a unique ability to get under your skin, so after watching one you can’t shake them. To learn his directing style, you need to watch his interviews, B‑roll of him directing, and study his cinematography to fully understand what defines his style. This video essay teaches filmmaking techniques, covering lighting, editing, and includes scenes from Zodiac, House of Cards, The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo, Gone Girl, and Fight Club. It explores aspects of his films: story, production design, color, cinematography, editing, sound design, and music.