About Ueli Steiger
Born 1954. Ueli Steiger is a Swiss cinematographer.
Ulrich ”Ueli" Steiger (born 5 August 1954 in Zurich, Switzerland) is a Swiss cinematographer.
Life and career Steiger studied English and art history at the University of Zurich before entering the London Film School.
After freelancing as camera assistant and documentary filmmaker in Switzerland, he worked in his first feature film Privileged as a camera operator.
Since 2000, Steiger has been a member of the American Society of Cinematographers.
Filmography Film
TV series Year Title Director Notes 1988–1989 Eurocops Jean-Pierre HeizmannErwin Keusch 4 episodes
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Who is Ueli Steiger?
Swiss cinematographer
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Ueli Steiger was born on 5 August 1954 in Zurich.
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Ueli Steiger is a cinematographer.
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Ueli Steiger is Swiss.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Ueli Steiger. https://biography.guide/ueli-steiger/
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