Victor J. Kemper
Victor J. Kemper | |
|---|---|
| Born | Victor Jay Kemper April 14, 1927 Newark, New Jersey, U.S. |
| Died | November 27, 2023 (aged 96) Sherman Oaks, California, U.S. |
| Years active | 1967–2006 |
| Spouse |
Claire Kellerman (m. 1953) |
| Children | 2 |
| President of the American Society of Cinematographers | |
| In office 1993–1996 | |
| Preceded by | William A. Fraker |
| Succeeded by | Owen Roizman |
| In office 1999–2001 | |
| Preceded by | Woody Omens |
| Succeeded by | Steven B. Poster |
Victor Jay Kemper A.S.C. (April 14, 1927 – November 27, 2023)[1] was an American cinematographer.
Early life and education
Victor Jay Kemper was born in Newark, New Jersey, on April 14, 1927, as the son of Florence (née Freedman) and Louis Kemper.[2]
He was a graduate of Seton Hall University.
Career
As a cinematographer, Kemper collaborated extensively with director Arthur Hiller.
He was a member of the American Society of Cinematographers (ASC), and was its president twice, from 1993 to 1996, and from 1999 to 2001.
Kemper died in Sherman Oaks, Los Angeles, on November 27, 2023, at the age of 96.[3]
Filmography
Film
- ^ Shared credit with Bernie Abramson
Direct-to-video
| Year | Title | Director |
|---|---|---|
| 2005 | American Pie Presents: Band Camp | Steve Rash |
| 2006 | Bring It On: All or Nothing |
Television
TV movies
| Year | Title | Director |
|---|---|---|
| 1977 | The Prince of Central Park | Harvey Hart |
| 1987 | Kojak: The Price of Justice | Alan Metzger |
| 2001 | On Golden Pond | Ernest Thompson Marty Pasetta |
Miniseries
| Year | Title | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1985 | The Atlanta Child Murders | John Erman |
| 1999 | Too Rich: The Secret Life of Doris Duke |
Awards and nominations
| Year | Institution | Category | Title | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 | Primetime Emmy Awards | Outstanding Cinematography for a Miniseries or a Special | Kojak: The Price of Justice | Nominated |
| 1988 | American Society of Cinematographers | Outstanding Cinematography in Mini-Series or Specials | Nominated | |
| 1998 | Lifetime Achievement Award | N/a | Won |
References
- ^ "In Memoriam: Victor J. Kemper (1927-2023)". The American Society of Cinematographers. Retrieved 2024-10-14.
- ^ "Victor J. Kemper Biography (1927-)". Film Reference. Retrieved November 18, 2022.
- ^ Barnes, Mike (November 28, 2023). "Victor J. Kemper, Cinematographer on 'Dog Day Afternoon', 'Husbands' and 'The Jerk,' Dies at 96". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved November 29, 2023.
- ^ Canby, Vincent (June 10, 1971). "Zany Role for George Scott:' They Might Be Giants' Opens at Beekman". The New York Times. ISSN 0362-4331. Retrieved November 23, 2022.
- ^ Canby, Vincent (November 8, 1978). "Film: Dummy Takes Over in 'Magic':Wooden Handed". The New York Times. Retrieved November 23, 2022.
- ^ Maslin, Janet (December 14, 1979). "Movie: Steve Martin Stars in 'The Jerk':Birthday Surprise". The New York Times. ISSN 0362-4331. Retrieved November 23, 2022.
- ^ Maslin, Janet (August 9, 1980). "MISS NEWTON-JOHN IN 'XANADU'". The New York Times. Retrieved November 23, 2022.