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Ted Moore

Ted Moore (August 7, 1914 - 1987) was a cinematographer and camera operator for a number of Hollywood films, most famous for his work on a number of movies in the James Bond series.

Born in South Africa, Moore moved to Great Britain at the age of 16, where he served in the RAF during World War II, where he joined the film unit and began honing his craft.

After serving as a camera operator on such films as The African Queen, Hell Below Zero , and The Black Knight , he was given the cinematography job for 1956's High Flight, set among the a familiar scene for Moore, the RAF.

Moore's big break came in 1962 when he signed on to be the cinematographer for an adaptation of Ian Fleming's Dr. No. All in all, Moore took part in 7 Bond films: Dr. No, From Russia with Love (for which he won a BAFTA award), Goldfinger, Thunderball, Diamonds are Forever, Live and Let Die, and The Man With the Golden Gun.

In addition, Moore won an Oscar for his camerawork for 1967's Best Picture, A Man For All Seasons, becoming the first South African to win an Academy Award. He also worked on the 1961 cult classic The Day of the Triffids, The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie, Orca, and Clash of the Titans.

Moore passed away in 1987.

Last updated: 05-30-2005 17:05:37
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