Lubezki

Emmanuel Lubezki, often credited as Chivo Lubezki, is a Mexican cinematographer renowned for his immersive visuals, natural lighting, and long takes. Born in Mexico City in 1964, he has collaborated extensively with directors Terrence Malick, Alfonso Cuarón, and Alejandro G. Iñárritu, shaping several defining films of the 2000s and 2010s.

His filmography includes The New World (2005), Children of Men (2006), The Tree of Life (2011), Gravity (2013), Birdman (2014), and The Revenant (2015). He has won the Academy Award for Best Cinematography three times: Gravity, Birdman, and The Revenant, becoming the first cinematographer to achieve three wins in this category. He has also received multiple nominations and other industry honors for his work.

Lubezki is known for prioritizing natural light and practical effects, often employing extended takes and carefully choreographed camera movements to create a sense of realism and immediacy. His work on Gravity and The Revenant, in particular, has been noted for its disciplined use of light, time, and space to shape mood and narrative.