The Man Who Shot Chinatown: The Life and Work of John A. Alonzo
Cinematographer John A. Alonzo was one of the driving creative forces in the resurgence of expressionistic American movies of the late 1960s and '70s. Director Axel Schill's documentary explores Alonzo's work on key films of that era and beyond. Clips from Chinatown, Scarface, Internal Affairs and other movies accompany interviews with stars such as Richard Dreyfuss, Sally Field and contemporary cinematographer Haskell Wexler.
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| Year | 2007 |
| Country | Germany, United States of America |
| Genre | Documentary |
| Director | Axel Schill |
| Runtime | 78 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 6.0/10 (1 votes) |
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The documentary constructs its portrait through the cinematographer's primary tool: the camera itself. It relies on a rich tapestry of film clips, using iconic scenes from 'Chinatown' and 'Scarface' as direct evidence of Alonzo's revolutionary approach to light and movement.
What lingers after viewing is a newfound appreciation for the visual grammar of an era. The film successfully argues for the DP as a primary artistic force, not just a technician. — MovieFinder Editorial
Director: Axel Schill
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With a keen eye, ideally on a large screen to fully appreciate the visual craft being discussed.
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