Richard Henkels
- Cinematographer
- Director
- Camera and Electrical Department
Richard Henkels is an award-winning cinematographer known for his striking visuals and contemporary, naturalistic style. Henkels latest series State of Siege, based on the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks, eight-episode series is based on journalist Sandeep Unnithan's book Black Tornado, Directed by Matthew Leutwyle. Henkels is as well known for his highly acclaimed documentaries Author: JT Leroy Story, American Epic, and the Mel Brooks: American Masters special for PBS and Sundance; and photographed the narrative films Life Before Her Eyes with Uma Thurman, Mall starring Vincent D'Onofrio & Gina Gershon, and Condemned with Dylan Penn & Lydia Hurst.
Influenced by his early work in skater punk videos on the streets of Philadelphia and his formal education in the highly-stylized world of Art Center College of Design, Henkels brings a unique blend of raw energy and precision styling to his relentless pursuit of storytelling.
Influenced by his early work in skater punk videos on the streets of Philadelphia and his formal education in the highly-stylized world of Art Center College of Design, Henkels brings a unique blend of raw energy and precision styling to his relentless pursuit of storytelling.
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