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Cinematographer Behind '24' Dies Suddenly at 77
17 Sep
Summary
- Rodney Charters, New Zealand-born cinematographer, passed away at 77.
- He was the primary cinematographer for the hit show '24'.
- Charters died suddenly on Saturday in Amsterdam.
Acclaimed cinematographer Rodney Charters, renowned for his extensive work on the hit Fox drama '24,' has passed away at 77. He died suddenly on Saturday in Amsterdam.
Charters, a New Zealand native, was the principal cinematographer for '24,' capturing the show's signature intense visual style for the majority of its initial eight seasons. His career also included significant contributions to series such as 'The Pretender,' 'Roswell,' and 'Shameless.'
His innovative approach to camera work, which included handheld shots and dynamic zooms, was a hallmark of '24.' Charters received Emmy nominations in 2005 and 2006 for his outstanding contributions to television cinematography.
Beyond his television work, Charters lensed various films and pilots, beginning his career in the UK and later establishing himself in the U.S. He was honored with the American Society of Cinematographers' Career Achievement in Television Award in 2013.
