Filmmaker Mode on the LG C4 TV changed the way I watch movies forever
As someone who spends a lot of time in front of a TV, I want to make sure the screen I'm staring at is a good one. If you, like me, play a lot of games or watch movies at every opportunity, I think it's worth investing in a nice model that'll provide you with a high quality display.
Recently, I made the decision to upgrade to the LG C4 TV, and the jump in quality has been a real treat for my eyes. My movie nights, in particular, have never been better.
Sure, the newer LG C5 may already be out, but the LG C4 is a TV that's still worth every cent. I have the 55-inch model, and it's a great size for my apartment. It's also very slim, which helps it blend into my interior styling.
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More importantly, the C4 boasts a wide variety of features that make it a worthy pickup. Its 4K OLED display offers up vibrant colors and contrasts alongside an incredible amount of detail. And your ears can enjoy stellar sound quality thanks to Dolby Atmos audio, making for a truly immersive experience. But for me, one of the best features this TV boasts is Filmmaker Mode.
I'm a seriously big movie fan, and not only do I love to feel completely absorbed in what I'm watching, but it helps when I can watch a movie the way that the director intended for it to be seen. Filmmaker Mode does exactly that.
Movie nights, made better
Of course, it's not mandatory to watch movies in Filmmaker Mode. There are many picture settings available so you can tailor the image to your own personal preference. But I do think this special mode makes a difference. I recently used it while watching every single The Lord of the Rings movie in the same sitting (judge me all you like), and it certainly felt like a visual treat. When selected, or loaded automatically, it adjusts the aspect ratio, color, and frame rate to the settings that the filmmakers intended. It's as close as you can get to having the director sit with you and calibrate your TV to the correct settings.
Setting up Filmmaker Mode is incredibly easy to do. It only takes a few simple steps:
Once your LG C4 TV is on, head to your streaming platform of choice (or insert in a physical Blu-ray disc), then hit 'Settings' once you start up a show or movie.
In the Settings menu (press the cog button on your remote), go to 'Picture Mode' in the top left corner.
Scroll through the options to select 'Filmmaker Mode'.
If you'd like the TV to turn Filmmaker Mode on automatically when watching movies or shows:
Go to 'Picture Settings', then to 'Advanced Settings'.
Turn 'Filmmaker Mode Auto Start' on.
Once you've got it set up, you're ready to roll with a TV show or movie. And if you no longer want the mode active, it's very easy to turn off through the same 'Picture Mode' settings menu.
Where to buy the LG C4
The LG C4 can be found at a wide variety of retailers, but we've included a link to the 55-inch model at Amazon. It's currently listed for $1,096.99, but if you're looking for a good discount, it can sometimes pop up during big sale events like Prime Day or Black Friday.
Hannah Hoolihan is a freelance writer with Mashable. She’s written for various entertainment websites since 2017, covering everything from tech to games to film. You’ll currently find her work on IGN and Fangoria alongside Mashable, but she also has bylines at Rock Paper Shotgun, Collider, Screen Rant, and more. When she’s not writing, she enjoys catching up with the latest films and shows — horror, in particular — and has a deep love of FromSoft games, which she continues to happily replay.
