Conrad Hall

Cinematographer of American Beauty

Conrad Hall - Cinematographer of American Beauty
Born

June 21st, 1926
98 years ago

Died

2003
22 years ago — 77 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United States

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A French-American cinematographer, contributed significantly to the art of film through a career spanning over five decades. Hall's work included collaborations with prominent directors such as Sam Mendes and Ridley Scott. Hall received three Academy Awards for Best Cinematography for contributions to 'Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid', 'American Beauty', and 'Road to Perdition'. Recognized for a distinct visual style that enhanced storytelling, his use of lighting and camera movement influenced contemporary cinematography techniques.

Won Academy Award for Best Cinematography for 'American Beauty'

Won Academy Award for Best Cinematography for 'Road to Perdition'

Won Academy Award for Best Cinematography for 'Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid'

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