Justin Patricolo

MPB contributor since 2021

Justin Patricolo is a director, writer and cinematographer. He’s directed several short narrative and documentary films while also working as a producer and director of photography. He also plays guitar and writes music.

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Justin co-founded the production company Buck and a Quarter Films in 2024. His short film Very Temporary was selected for three film festivals, including the SOHO International Film Festival in 2022. His first feature film, LEAVE NO PATH, is in development.

A field cast in shadow and sunshine, with a bear walking through it, shot by Justin Patricolo

"I'veseenprojectsthatcost$50kthatcould'vecost$20k,andthatalwaysbreaksmyheart.Iwanttoavoidthrowingcashatproblemsbyemployingcreativesolutionsandshootingonaffordablegear."

Justin's personal kit is centered around the Sony FX3, which he uses not only for MPB content, but also for commercial and advertising shoots, documentaries, music videos and narrative films. Beyond that, he's an experienced director of photography working with industry standard cine cameras like the ARRI ALEXA series and the Sony VENICE series.