Michael Latham

Michael Latham

Director · Producer · Writer

Biography

Michael Latham is an accomplished cinematographer known for his work across narrative films, documentaries, and commercials. His portfolio includes a diverse range of projects that showcase his versatility and commitment to visual storytelling. Latham has also lent his talents to various commercial projects, collaborating with brands such as Panera, Samsung, and Vance Joy. His ability to adapt his visual style to different formats and audiences is evident in these works. In 2025, Latham worked on Sally, a documentary about astronaut Sally Ride. The film delves into Ride's personal and professional life, and Latham's cinematography plays a crucial role in blending archival footage with contemporary interviews and reenactments. His approach aimed to complement the existing NASA archives while providing a cohesive visual narrative. Latham's work has been recognized at various film festivals. Notably, his cinematography for The Wolves Always Come At Night was selected for the prestigious Camerimage Festival, highlighting his excellence in visual storytelling.

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Representative Works

The Assistant
The Assistant
6.3
/ English
Pelé
Pelé
7.3
/ Portuguese
The Royal Hotel
The Royal Hotel
5.4
/ English
Silenced
Silenced
No Rating Yet
/ English
Little Brother
Little Brother
No Rating Yet
/ English
Playing with Sharks
Playing with Sharks
7.6
/ English
Sally
Sally
7.7
/ English
Streamline
Streamline
6.7
/ English
Casting JonBenet
Casting JonBenet
5.6
/ English
Petrol
Petrol
5.0
/ English
Tau Seru
Tau Seru
7.3
/ XX

Awards and Honors

Critical Favorites

The Assistant
2020Nominee

Best Director

The Assistant

Pelé
2021Nominee

Best Director

Pelé

The Royal Hotel
2023Nominee

Best Director

The Royal Hotel

Career Highlights

Silenced
2026Highlight

Best Director

Silenced

Don't Die: The Man Who Wants to Live Forever
2025Highlight

Career Highlight

Don't Die: The Man Who Wants to Live Forever

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