Leon Shamroy

Leon Shamroy

cinematographer, camera and electrical department, director

Leon Shamroy was born on Jul 16, 1901 in USA. Leon Shamroy's big-screen debut came with The Last Moment directed by Pál Fejös in 1928. Leon Shamroy is known for Planet of the Apes directed by Franklin J. Schaffner, Charlton Heston stars as George Taylor and Roddy McDowall as Cornelius. Leon Shamroy has got 5 awards and 13 nominations so far. The most recent award Leon Shamroy achieved is Academy Awards, USA. The upcoming new movie Leon Shamroy plays is Justine which will be released on Aug 06, 1969.

Leon Shamroy, born Leon Shamroyevsky, was an American film cinematographer. He is best known for The Black Swan (1942),Wilson (1944), Leave Her to Heaven (1945), David and Bathsheba (1951), The Robe (1953), Cleopatra (1963), The Agony and the Ecstasy (1965) and Planet of the Apes (1968).

  • Birthday

    Jul 16, 1901
  • Place of Birth

    New York City, New York, USA

Known For

Awards

5 wins & 13 nominations

Academy Awards, USA
1964
Best Cinematography, Color
Winner - Oscar
1946
Best Cinematography, Color
Winner - Oscar
1945
Best Cinematography, Color
Winner - Oscar
1943
Best Cinematography, Color
Winner - Oscar
Walk of Fame
1960
Motion Picture
Winner - Star on the Walk of Fame

Movies & TV Shows

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Movies