Films Shot on iPhone
| Film | Year | How the iPhone was used |
|---|---|---|
| Tangerine | 2015 | Sean Baker shot it on iPhone 5s phones with adapter lenses |
| Unsane | 2018 | Steven Soderbergh's psychological thriller shot on iPhone |
| High Flying Bird | 2019 | Soderbergh again chose iPhone for this sports drama |
| Fursat | 2023 | Vishal Bhardwaj's 30-minute film shot on iPhone 14 Pro |
| 28 Years Later | 2025 | Danny Boyle used rigged iPhone 15 Pro Max units alongside other cameras |
Different Approaches
Guerrilla realism
Small, discreet cameras in real places.
Intimacy
Phones get close without intimidating actors.
Multi-camera rigs
Many phones for unusual coverage.
Showcase
Branded films demonstrating capability.
Lessons for Filmmakers
- Lenses and rigs still matter
- Lighting and sound remain essential
- Small cameras enable different shots
- Post-production polishes the result
- Story is the real budget
- Be honest about other cameras used
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Phone Films for Brands
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which movies were shot on iPhone?
Tangerine, Unsane, High Flying Bird, Fursat, and partly 28 Years Later, among others.
Was 28 Years Later shot entirely on iPhone?
No, iPhones were used alongside other cameras.
What iPhone was Tangerine shot on?
The iPhone 5s, with adapter lenses.
Can I shoot a feature on an iPhone?
Yes, with strong planning, lighting, sound, and post-production.
The Phone Is Just the Start
Each movie shot on iPhone proves that craft and story matter most. Plan like any film shoot. For phone-based brand films, plan a phone film with us.
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