Cinematography: Emmanuel Lubezki

The best movies, series, and documentaries with cinematography by Emmanuel Lubezki. Explore visually stunning titles that highlight an exceptional filmmaking.


The Revenant

2015 · Movie · 156 min. · United States

Direction Alejandro González Iñárritu

Cast Leonardo DiCaprio · Tom Hardy · Domhnall Gleeson · Will Poulter

Synopsis The Revenant (2015) is set in the year 1823, during an expedition through the untamed American wilderness. The renowned explorer Hugh Glass (Leonardo DiCaprio) is savagely attacked by a bear and abandoned by his own hunting party, presumed to be...

7.2

68K votes

7.2

68K votes

Children of Men

2006 · Movie · 105 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Alfonso Cuarón

Cast Clive Owen · Julianne Moore · Michael Caine · Chiwetel Ejiofor

Synopsis Children of Men (2006) presents a grim vision of the year 2027, where society has descended into chaos due to a widespread infertility crisis. The world's youngest individual has just passed away at the age of 18, leaving humanity on...

7.1

68K votes

7.1

68K votes

Birdman

2014 · Movie · 118 min. · United States

Direction Alejandro González Iñárritu

Cast Michael Keaton · Emma Stone · Edward Norton · Zach Galifianakis

Synopsis Birdman (2014) follows the journey of a former Hollywood star, Riggan Thomson, who gained fame for his portrayal of a renowned superhero. After declining a fourth installment in the franchise, he aims to revive his career by writing, directing, and...

7.0

72K votes

7.0

72K votes

Gravity

2013 · Movie · 90 min. · United States

Direction Alfonso Cuarón

Cast Sandra Bullock · George Clooney · Ed Harris

Synopsis Gravity (2013) follows the harrowing journey of two individuals, a medical engineer named Dr. Ryan Stone and a seasoned astronaut, Matt Kowalsky, as they fight for survival after a catastrophic event in space. Stone, on her maiden voyage, and Kowalsky,...

6.9

87K votes

6.9

87K votes

Sleepy Hollow

1999 · Movie · 105 min. · United States

Direction Tim Burton

Cast Johnny Depp · Christina Ricci · Miranda Richardson · Michael Gambon

Synopsis Sleepy Hollow (1999) is set in the late 18th century, where Constable Ichabod Crane (Johnny Depp) faces disapproval from New York City's courts for advocating scientific crime-solving methods over assumptions of guilt. As a result, he is sent to the...

6.9

84K votes

6.9

84K votes

Like Water for Chocolate

1992 · Movie · 105 min. · Mexico

Direction Alfonso Arau

Cast Marco Leonardi · Lumi Cavazos · Regina Torné · Ada Carrasco

Synopsis Like Water for Chocolate (1992) follows the tale of Tita (Lumi Cavazos), a young woman deeply in love with Pedro (Marco Leonardi). However, her overbearing mother (Regina Torne) refuses to allow their union. In a twist of fate, Pedro marries...

6.9

30K votes

6.9

30K votes

A Little Princess

1995 · Movie · 97 min. · United States

Direction Alfonso Cuarón

Cast Liesel Matthews · Eleanor Bron · Liam Cunningham · Rusty Schwimmer

Synopsis A Little Princess (1995) follows the journey of Sara Crewe, a spirited young girl who is sent to a prestigious boarding school in New York after her father joins the British forces during World War I. Sara's vibrant imagination and...

6.8

5K votes

6.8

5K votes

And Your Mother Too

2001 · Movie · 105 min. · Mexico

Direction Alfonso Cuarón

Cast Maribel Verdú · Gael García Bernal · Diego Luna · Daniel Giménez Cacho

Synopsis And Your Mother Too (2001) follows the adventures of Julio (Gael García Bernal) and Tenoch (Diego Luna), two inseparable seventeen-year-old friends whose girlfriends are leaving for Italy for the summer. At a family wedding in Mexico City, they encounter Luisa...

6.6

36K votes

6.6

36K votes

Disclaimer

2024 · Series · 45 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Alfonso Cuarón

Cast Cate Blanchett · Kevin Kline · Sacha Baron Cohen · Lesley Manville

Synopsis Disclaimer (2024) is a gripping TV miniseries set to release in 2024, consisting of 7 episodes. The story revolves around Catherine Ravenscroft, a renowned journalist known for her investigative work that uncovers the misdeeds of others. Her world is turned...

6.6

2K votes

6.6

2K votes

Burn After Reading

2008 · Movie · 96 min. · United States

Direction Joel Coen · Ethan Coen

Cast George Clooney · Frances McDormand · Brad Pitt · John Malkovich

Synopsis Burn After Reading (2008) revolves around a CD containing the personal memoirs of a former CIA operative, Osbourne Cox, which inadvertently finds its way into the possession of two dishonest gym staff members. The CD, mistakenly left behind by the...

6.5

52K votes

6.5

52K votes

Direction Rodrigo García

Cast Glenn Close · Cameron Diaz · Calista Flockhart · Amy Brenneman

Synopsis Things You Can Tell Just by Looking at Her (2000) is a compelling anthology film that weaves together five distinct narratives, each focusing on unique women navigating their personal challenges. The first segment, "This is Dr. Keener," stars Glenn Close...

6.5

5K votes

6.5

5K votes

The Birdcage

1996 · Movie · 118 min. · United States

Direction Mike Nichols

Cast Robin Williams · Gene Hackman · Nathan Lane · Dianne Wiest

Synopsis The Birdcage (1996) follows Armand Goldman, the proprietor of a thriving drag nightclub in South Miami Beach, where his longtime partner Albert performs as the glamorous Starina. Their lives take an unexpected turn when Val, Armand's biological son from a...

6.4

14K votes

6.4

14K votes

Ali

2001 · Movie · 167 min. · United States

Direction Michael Mann

Cast Will Smith · Jon Voight · Jamie Foxx · Jada Pinkett Smith

Synopsis Ali (2001) chronicles the extraordinary life of Muhammad Ali, who captivated the globe with his unprecedented boxing triumphs during the 1960s and 1970s. Beyond his athletic prowess, the film delves into the personal struggles of the man behind the iconic...

6.4

26K votes

6.4

26K votes

Great Expectations

1998 · Movie · 111 min. · United States

Direction Alfonso Cuarón

Cast Ethan Hawke · Gwyneth Paltrow · Anne Bancroft · Robert De Niro

Synopsis Great Expectations (1998) is a contemporary adaptation of Charles Dickens' enduring narrative, focusing on a man's deep affection for an unattainable woman. Set in present-day New York City, the film follows Finn (Ethan Hawke), a young man from humble beginnings...

6.3

13K votes

6.3

13K votes

Meet Joe Black

1998 · Movie · 173 min. · United States

Direction Martin Brest

Cast Brad Pitt · Anthony Hopkins · Claire Forlani · Jake Weber

Synopsis Meet Joe Black (1998) follows an extraordinary pact between Joe Black and Bill Parrish. Bill Parrish, a prosperous media mogul, enjoys a life of luxury until Death, in the guise of Joe Black, presents him with an unusual offer. In...

6.3

45K votes

6.3

45K votes

Direction Niels Mueller

Cast Sean Penn · Naomi Watts · Don Cheadle · Jack Thompson

Synopsis The Assassination of Richard Nixon (2004) follows the journey of Sam Bicke, portrayed by Sean Penn, an ordinary man grappling with personal and professional failures in 1974. Struggling with a crumbling marriage and a sales job he finds humiliating, Sam...

6.3

6K votes

6.3

6K votes

To Each His Cinema

2007 · Movie · 111 min. · France

Direction Theodoros Angelopoulos · Olivier Assayas · Bille August · Jane Campion

Cast Cindy Beckett · Audrey Dana · Jacques Frantz · George Babluani

Synopsis To Each His Cinema (2007) is a 2007 cinematic tribute, curated and produced by Gilles Jacob, honoring the 60th anniversary of the Cannes Film Festival. This unique film is an anthology of 35 short films, each lasting three minutes, crafted...

6.2

1K votes

6.2

1K votes

Reality Bites

1994 · Movie · 99 min. · United States

Direction Ben Stiller

Cast Winona Ryder · Ethan Hawke · Janeane Garofalo · Ben Stiller

Synopsis Reality Bites (1994) follows Lelaina Pierce (Winona Ryder) as she navigates the challenges of post-college life. She turns to a video documentary featuring her disoriented and aimless friends to propel her career in the entertainment sector. When a video executive...

6.2

10K votes

6.2

10K votes

Direction Brad Silberling

Cast Jim Carrey · Liam Aiken · Emily Browning · Kara Hoffman

Synopsis Lemony Snicket's A Series Of Unfortunate Events (2004) follows the misadventures of the Baudelaire orphans as they navigate a series of unfortunate events after the tragic loss of their parents. The cunning and devious Count Olaf, portrayed by Jim Carrey,...

6.1

23K votes

6.1

23K votes