Working on a film set looks like a crazy ongoing mission. We all know that this is a tough industry and not for the faint of heart. The long working hours (14-18 hours per day) can cause extreme fatigue, which can lead to dangerous situations, especially when driving back home.
Thus, top cinematographers picked up the gauntlet and wrote a letter to the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers. The letter demands to create meaningful change now and to increase daily rest periods and implement weekend rest periods to ensure the physical and mental health of every member of the crew.
Source: Top Cinematographers Demand More Rest on Film Sets – Y.M.Cinema – News & Insights on Digital Cinema