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Mendes' film'1917' uniquely appears as if it is shot in one continuous take. Who was the acclaimed cinematographer for this film?

  • Roger Deakins

  • Emmanuel Lubezki

  • Robert Richardson

  • Hoyte van Hoytema

Answer

Roger Deakins, the esteemed cinematographer, masterfully captured the essence of Sam Mendes' cinematic marvel, "1917," through his pioneering long takes that seamlessly weave the entire narrative into a single, uninterrupted shot. This bold technique immerses the viewers into the intensity and immediacy of the World War I battlefield, paying homage to the resilience of the human spirit amidst chaos.
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