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John Seale

Australian cinematographer · Australia · On the map · Directors · Born 1942 · age 84

John Clement Seale ACS ASC is an Australian retired cinematographer, known for his work in blockbusters and drama films both in Australia and Hollywood, including collaborations with directors Peter Weir and George Miller.

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2025It's a Mad Max WorldFilm2014Member of the Order of AustraliaAward2008Not Quite HollywoodFilm2003The Hitcher: How Do These Movies Get Made?Film1997Academy Award for Best CinematographyAwardBAFTA Award for Best CinematographyAwardEuropean Film Award for Best CinematographerAward1991Till There Was YouFilm, Director1953The OscarsSeries1942Born5 October 1942

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Television 1

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Awards

Member of the Order of Australia2014
Academy Award for Best Cinematography1997
European Film Award for Best Cinematographer1997
BAFTA Award for Best Cinematography1997

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His accolades include five Academy Award nominations and six BAFTA Award nominations, winning both for The English Patient in 1996.

Country
Australia
Category
Directors
Type
Movie Director
Status
Living
Dates
Born 1942 · age 84