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Alar Kivilo

b. 1953

Canadian-Estonian cinematographer (born 1953)

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About Alar Kivilo

Born 1953. Alar Kivilo is a Canadian, Estonian and American cinematographer.

Alar Kivilo (born 17 February 1953 in Montréal, Canada) is a Canadian-Estonian cinematographer.

Life and career He has graduated from York University in Toronto, where he studied film.

In 1997, he moved to the USA.

He is an honorary member of the Estonian Society of Cinematographers.

Filmography Short film Year Title Director Notes 1974 The Estonians: For the Record Tiina Soomet 1981 The Olden Days Coat Bruce Pittman TV short 1983 Boys and Girls Don McBrearty 1994 The Passion of John Ruskin Alex Chapple 2013 Through Ice and Time Himself Also writer 2018 The Wedding Singer's Daughter Haifaa al-Mansour

Feature film

Television TV movies

TV series Year Title Director Notes 1995 The Invaders Paul Shapiro Miniseries 2006 Windfall David Semel Episode "Pilot"

Awards 1995 Gemini Award nomination for "Heads" 1997 Emmy Award nomination for "Gotti"

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Important facts

Born
17 February 1953, Montreal
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Cinematographer
Nationality
Canada, Estonia, United States

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Alar Kivilo?

Canadian-Estonian cinematographer (born 1953)

When was Alar Kivilo born?

Alar Kivilo was born on 17 February 1953 in Montreal.

What is Alar Kivilo's occupation?

Alar Kivilo is a cinematographer.

What nationality is Alar Kivilo?

Alar Kivilo is Canadian, Estonian and American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Alar Kivilo

· Wikidata: Q2636922

· DBpedia: Alar Kivilo

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