Reflections On a Life In Film
WDCB’s Gary Zidek catches up with renowned cinematographer Roger Deakins and his partner James Deakins to talk about his new book, REFLECTIONS: On Cinematography.
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Any conversation about the best cinematographers working in film today usually starts with the name Roger Deakins. Whether you realize it or not, chances are you’ve seen the 76-year-old’s work on the big screen multiple times. The 16-time Academy Award nominee has created the visual style for some of Hollywood’s most celebrated films: 1984, THE SHAWSHANK REDEMPTION, NO COUNTRY FOR OLD MEN, BLADE RUNNER 2049, are just a handful of the movies Deakins has been cinematographer for. Over the course a 50-plus year career, Deakins elevated the role of cinematographer and influenced the visual styles of a new generation of filmmakers. He’s collaborated with the biggest names: the Coen Brothers, Martin Scorese, Ron Howard, Denis Villeneuve, Sam Mendes are just some of the directors he’s worked with. You can imagine the stories he has …
Well, now he’s sharing some of those tales and more in a new book. Part memoir, part cinematography guide, REFLECTIONS: On Cinematography offers a comprehensive look back at a life in film
Roger Deakins
REFLECTIONS: On Cinematography is out now, it’s available everywhere books are sold. You can find more details at rogerdeakins.com
Roger and James Deakins in Chicago. Photo credit: Gary Zidek
