Ellen Kuras

Film director and cinematographer

Ellen Kuras - Film director and cinematographer
Born

July 10th, 1959
65 years ago

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United States

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A director and cinematographer, significant works include collaborations on documentaries and narrative films. Recognized for contributions to visual storytelling, projects included 'The Betrayal', which received an Academy Award nomination. Directed and shot for major films, emphasizing a unique visual style and perspective on the human experience.

Directed 'The Betrayal' (2008), Academy Award nominee

Served as cinematographer on 'Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind' (2004)

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