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Roger Deakins on Fear, Light, and Legacy | Entertainment and Celebrity News
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Even with two Oscars and a half-century in cinema, Roger Deakins still gets nervous on new sets—calling that jittery energy his secret fuel for greatness. Behind the camera, he finds sanctuary, a necessary escape that sometimes clashes with directors’ workflows. Haunted by childhood trauma—the loss of his mother and being barred from her funeral—his art carries deep emotional weight. Yet his unmistakable visual mastery, forged with legends like the Coens and Villeneuve, has redefined cinematic lighting. From Fargo to Blade Runner 2049, his influence is legendary, earning him a CBE and knighthood. This intimate BBC Radio 4 conversation reveals the soul behind the lens.
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