How Rodrigo Prieto Balanced ‘Flower Moon’ and ‘Barbie’ and Became Hollywood’s Most-Trusted Cinematographer.

Rodrigo Prieto, the long-time cinematographer for Martin Scorsese, has become one of Hollywood’s most-trusted cinematographers. His ability to balance different projects and deliver exceptional work has earned him a reputation as a reliable and talented professional in the industry.

When Martin Scorsese was making “Silence,” his 2016 drama about a pair of Jesuit priests spreading the gospel in Japan, a typhoon hit the area, bringing with it biblical showers. As the filmmaker braced himself for news that the bad weather would mean he’d have to abandon plans to shoot that day, there stood Rodrigo Prieto, outfitted in heavy rain gear. Despite the deluge, he was radiating optimism. “We’re almost ready,” Prieto reassured the director. “Just a few more minutes.”

Prieto’s ability to adapt and deliver under challenging circumstances extends beyond weather conditions. He seamlessly transitioned from shooting “Killers of the Flower Moon” to working on “Barbie,” Greta Gerwig’s bubbly, 1950s musicals-inspired take on the iconic doll. While prepping for Scorsese’s dark true crime drama in Oklahoma, Prieto was immediately intrigued by Gerwig’s pitch for “Barbie.” He knew he wanted to be part of it even before reading the script. The film’s success —…