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Michael Seresin

b. 1942

New Zealand cinematographer and film director

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About Michael Seresin

Born 1942. Michael Seresin is a New Zealand cinematographer and film director.

Michael Stephen Seresin (born 17 July 1942) is a New Zealand cinematographer and film director.

Life and career He is the son of Harry Seresin (1919–1994), who was a key figure in the hospitality and café scene in Wellington, and brother of Ben Seresin, who is also a cinematographer.

In addition to his work in film, Seresin is a winemaker, having founded Seresin Estate in the Marlborough wine region in 1992.

In the 2009 New Year Honours, Seresin was appointed an Officer of the New Zealand Order of Merit, for services to the film and wine industries.

His home in Queen Charlotte Sound, New Zealand was featured on the BBC's The World's Most Extraordinary Homes.

On the evening of 7 April 2026, his grandson Finbar Sullivan was stabbed to death in London.

Filmography

Short film Year Title Director Notes 1973 The Table Adrian Lyne 2006 Parc Monceau Alfonso Cuarón Segment of Paris, je t'aime 2010 The Man Who Married Himself Garrick Hamm 2012 The Cab-Ride Vanya Peirani-Vignes 2014 Retrospective Garrick Hamm

Feature film

Director Homeboy (1988)

Awards and nominations Year Award Category Title Result Ref. 2000 BAFTA Awards Best Cinematography Angela's Ashes 2007 CamerimageDuo Award: Cinematographer–Director(shared with Alan Parker)

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Officer of the New Zealand Order of Merit

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Michael Seresin?

New Zealand cinematographer and film director

When was Michael Seresin born?

Michael Seresin was born on 17 July 1942 in Wellington.

What is Michael Seresin's occupation?

Michael Seresin is a cinematographer and film director.

What nationality is Michael Seresin?

Michael Seresin is New Zealand.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Michael Seresin

· Wikidata: Q487382

· DBpedia: Michael Seresin

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