Overview
Allen Daviau
Known For
The 'E.T.' Journals
The following documentary is composed exclusively of original behind-the-scenes footage...
Lost Forever: The Art of Film Preservation
This documentary short takes you inside the fascinating world of...
No Subtitles Necessary: Laszlo & Vilmos
The artistry, triumph and lifelong friendship of the great cinematographers...
Emulsional Rescue: Revealing 'The Godfather'
We hear from Coppola, Spielberg, director of photography Gordon Willis,...
The Making of 'The Color Purple'
This made-for-video documentary treats film fans to a behind-the-scenes look...
Biography
Allen Daviau (June 14, 1942 – April 15, 2020) was an American cinematographer known for his collaborations with Steven Spielberg work on E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial (1982), The Color Purple (1985), and Empire of the Sun (1987). He received five Academy Award nominations and two British Academy Film Award nominations, with one win. In addition to his work in film, Daviau served as Cinematographer-in-Residence at the University of California, Los Angeles.