Erik Messerschmidt

Erik Messerschmidt
Messerschmidt in 2023
Born (1980-10-23) October 23, 1980 (age 44)
Alma materEmerson College
OccupationCinematographer
Years active2001–present
OrganizationAmerican Society of Cinematographers
Spouse
Naiara Eizaguirre-Paulos
(m. 2020)
WebsiteOfficial website

Erik Messerschmidt, ASC (born October 23, 1980)[1] is an American cinematographer. He is best known for his collaborations with director David Fincher on the films Mank and The Killer (as director of photography) and Gone Girl (as gaffer), and on the Netflix series Mindhunter. He has also shot episodes of the TV series Fargo, Legion, and Raised by Wolves.[2] His work has been nominated for an Emmy. In April 2021, he won the top ASC Award and the Academy Award for Best Cinematography for Mank.[3]

  1. ^ "Erik E Messerschmidt". FamilySearch. Retrieved February 12, 2021.
  2. ^ "Erik Messerschmidt, ASC, Director of Photography" (PDF). DDA Talent. DDA. Retrieved September 22, 2020.
  3. ^ Tangcay, Jazz (April 18, 2021). "'Mank' Wins Top Honor at ASC Awards". Variety. Retrieved April 19, 2021.

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