Sven Nykvist
Camera
- Born
- December 3, 1922 · Moheda, Kronobergs län, Sweden
- Died
- September 20, 2006 (age 83)
Sven Vilhem Nykvist (3 December 1922 – 20 September 2006) was a Swedish cinematographer. He worked on over 120 films, but is known especially for his work with director Ingmar Bergman. He won Academy Awards for his work on two Bergman films, Cries and Whispers (Viskningar och rop) in 1973 and Fanny and Alexander (Fanny och Alexander) in 1983, and the Independent Spirit Award for Best Cinematography for The Unbearable Lightness of Being.
His work is generally noted for its naturalism and simplicity. He is considered by many to be one of the greatest cinematographers of all time. In 2003, Nykvist was judged one of history's ten most influential cinematographers in a survey conducted by the International Cinematographers Guild.
Known for
What's Eating Gilbert Grape
December 17, 1993
Sleepless in Seattle
June 24, 1993
Persona
October 18, 1966
The Tenant
May 26, 1976
Chaplin
December 17, 1992
Crimes and Misdemeanors
October 13, 1989
Fanny and Alexander
December 17, 1982
Cries and Whispers
December 21, 1972
Autumn Sonata
October 8, 1978
The Virgin Spring
February 8, 1960
The Sacrifice
May 9, 1986
Only You
March 4, 1994
Behind the camera133
- 2003Kärlekens mirakel Director of Photography
- 2000Light Keeps Me Company Director of Photography
- 1998Curtain Call Director of Photography
- 1998Celebrity Director of Photography
- 1996Private Confessions Director of Photography
- 1995Lumière & Company Director of Photography
- 1995Kristin Lavransdatter Director of Photography
- 1995Something to Talk About Director of Photography
- 1994Mixed Nuts Director of Photography
- 1994