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Michael Coulter

b. 1952

British cinematographer

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About Michael Coulter

Born 1952. Michael Coulter is a British cinematographer and photographer.

Michael Daley Coulter (born 29 August 1952 ) is a Scottish cinematographer.

He was nominated for an Academy Award and a BAFTA Award for his work on Sense and Sensibility.

Coulter is also member of the British Society of Cinematographers, and Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.

Early life Coulter was born in Glasgow in 1952. He was introduced to the local film business by his director brother-in-law, the Charles Gormley.

Filmography Film

Feature film

Television Year Title Director Notes 1990 4 Play Ross Devenish Episode "Madly in Love" 2018 Shetland Rebecca Gatward 3 episodes 2019 Wild Bill Annie Griffin 2 episodes 2020 Breeders Chris Addison 5 episodes 2022 Outlander Christiana Ebohon-GreenJustin Molotnikov 3 episodes

TV movies Year Title Director 1990 The Widowmaker John Madden 1993 Foreign Affairs Jim O'Brien 1995 The Infiltrator John Mackenzie 1996 Eskimo Day Piers Haggard 2024 A Scottish Love Scheme Heather Hawthorn Doyle

Awards and nominations

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Important facts

Born
29 August 1952, Glasgow
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Cinematographer, photographer
Nationality
United Kingdom
Also known as
Michael Daley Coulter

People in Michael Coulter's life

Named in this biography and alive at the same time

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John
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Ross Devenish
b. 1939
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Frequently asked questions

Who is Michael Coulter?

British cinematographer

When was Michael Coulter born?

Michael Coulter was born on 29 August 1952 in Glasgow.

What is Michael Coulter's occupation?

Michael Coulter is a cinematographer and photographer.

What nationality is Michael Coulter?

Michael Coulter is British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Michael Coulter

· Wikidata: Q1273264

· DBpedia: Michael Coulter

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