Jordan S. Cronenweth
| Jordan Scott Cronenweth | |
|---|---|
| Born |
February 20, 1935 Los Angeles, California, US |
| Died | November 29, 1996 (aged 61) Los Angeles, California, US |
| Occupation | Cinematographer |
| Organization | American Society of Cinematographers |
| Known for |
Blade Runner Altered States Peggy Sue Got Married |
| Children | Jeff Cronenweth |
| Awards | |
Jordan Scott Cronenweth, A.S.C. (February 20, 1935 – November 29, 1996) was an American cinematographer based in Los Angeles.
A contemporary of Conrad Hall, he was best known for his work on numerous classic films, including Zandy's Bride, Gable and Lombard, Altered States, and Peggy Sue Got Married, but is perhaps best remembered for his BAFTA Award-winning work on Blade Runner, cinematography lauded by some as among the best of all-time. He was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Cinematography and received an ASC Award for Outstanding Achievement in Cinematography in Theatrical Releases, and he is widely considered one of the most influential cinematographers of all time.
Born in Los Angeles, California on February 20, 1935, Cronenweth attended North Hollywood High School and later Los Angeles City College, majoring in Engineering. While in college he interned as a film lab assistant at Columbia Pictures acted as a cameraman on the 1955 musical film Oklahoma!.
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