Apple Showcases iPhone 15 Pro's Filmmaking Capabilities with Takashi Miike's Short Film 'Midnight'

Directed by acclaimed Japanese filmmaker Takashi Miike, the film highlights the advanced video features of the iPhone 15 Pro, including its Action Mode for dynamic shooting.

Apple releases a 19-minute short film titled 'Midnight,' directed by Takashi Miike and shot entirely on an iPhone 15 Pro, showcasing the device's advanced video capabilities.
The film, an adaptation of a manga by Osamu Tezuka, features a mysterious taxi driver named Midnight who helps a young woman being pursued by assassins in neon-lit Tokyo.
Director Takashi Miike praises the iPhone 15 Pro's Action Mode for capturing dynamic facial expressions and emotions, highlighting its potential to revolutionize filmmaking.
Despite the impressive results, experts note that the production involved a highly trained crew and advanced post-production techniques, indicating that real cinema cameras still offer superior image quality.
The release of 'Midnight' is part of Apple's ongoing 'Shot on iPhone' series, demonstrating the evolving capabilities of iPhone cameras for professional filmmaking.

The Hollywood Reporter