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Michael Latham

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Michael Latham is an accomplished cinematographer known for his work across narrative films, documentaries, and commercials. His portfolio includes a diverse range of projects that showcase his versatility and commitment to visual storytelling.  Latham has also lent his talents to various commercial projects, collaborating with brands such as Panera, Samsung, and Vance Joy. His ability to adapt his visual style to different formats and audiences is evident in these works.  In 2025, Latham worked on Sally, a documentary about astronaut Sally Ride. The film delves into Ride's personal and professional life, and Latham's cinematography plays a crucial role in blending archival footage with contemporary interviews and reenactments. His approach aimed to complement the existing NASA archives while providing a cohesive visual narrative.  Latham's work has been recognized at various film festivals. Notably, his cinematography for The Wolves Always Come At Night was selected for the prestigious Camerimage Festival, highlighting his excellence in visual storytelling.

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Film Production

Additional Camera:
2025  Don't Die: The Man Who Wants to Live Forever

Camera Operator:
2021  Playing with Sharks
2025  Don't Die: The Man Who Wants to Live Forever

Cinematography:
2011  Last Beautiful Friend
2021  Playing with Sharks
2025  Don't Die: The Man Who Wants to Live Forever

Director:
2009  Boxer
2011  Last Beautiful Friend
2021  Playing with Sharks
2025  Don't Die: The Man Who Wants to Live Forever

Director of Photography:
2009  Boxer
2011  Last Beautiful Friend
2013  Tau Seru
2013  Ukraine Is Not a Brothel
2017  Casting JonBenet
2018  Strange Colours
2018  The Crying Wind
2019  Buoyancy
2019  Island of the Hungry Ghosts
2020  Eden Eden Eden
2020  The Assistant
2021  Pelé
2021  Playing with Sharks
2021  Shudder
2021  Streamline
2022  Fire Front
2023  Petrol
2023  The Royal Hotel
2025  Don't Die: The Man Who Wants to Live Forever
2025  Sally
2025  The Wolves Always Come at Night

Producer:
2009  Boxer
2011  Last Beautiful Friend
2013  Tau Seru
2013  Ukraine Is Not a Brothel
2017  Casting JonBenet
2018  Strange Colours
2018  The Crying Wind
2019  Buoyancy
2019  Island of the Hungry Ghosts
2020  Eden Eden Eden
2020  The Assistant
2021  Pelé
2021  Playing with Sharks
2021  Shudder
2021  Streamline
2022  Fire Front
2023  Petrol
2023  The Royal Hotel
2025  Don't Die: The Man Who Wants to Live Forever
2025  Sally
2025  The Wolves Always Come at Night

Writer:
2009  Boxer
2011  Last Beautiful Friend
2013  Tau Seru
2013  Ukraine Is Not a Brothel
2017  Casting JonBenet
2018  Strange Colours
2018  The Crying Wind
2019  Buoyancy
2019  Island of the Hungry Ghosts
2020  Eden Eden Eden
2020  The Assistant
2021  Pelé
2021  Playing with Sharks
2021  Shudder
2021  Streamline
2022  Fire Front
2023  Petrol
2023  The Royal Hotel
2025  Don't Die: The Man Who Wants to Live Forever
2025  Sally
2025  The Wolves Always Come at Night

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TV Production

Director of Photography:
2018  Homecoming Queens
2023  Stolen Youth: Inside the Cult at Sarah Lawrence

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