Cinematography: Michael McDonough

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


The Hollow Crown (TV Miniseries)

2012 · Series · 150 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Dominic Cooke · Richard Eyre · Rupert Goold · Thea Sharrock

Cast Ben Whishaw · Jeremy Irons · Tom Hiddleston · Anton Lesser

Synopsis The Hollow Crown (TV Miniseries) (2012) is a captivating television series that brings to life a collection of Shakespeare's renowned history plays. The narrative unfolds through the lens of four pivotal works: "Richard II," "Henry IV Part One," "Henry IV...

7.2

133 votes

7.2

133 votes

Starred Up

2013 · Movie · 106 min. · United Kingdom

Direction David Mackenzie

Cast Jack O'Connell · Ben Mendelsohn · Rupert Friend · Sam Spruell

Synopsis Starred Up (2013) follows the journey of a young man, known for his aggressive behavior and tumultuous past, as he is moved from a juvenile detention center to an adult prison facility. Within this new environment, he encounters an unexpected...

6.6

6K votes

6.6

6K votes

Winter's Bone

2010 · Movie · 100 min. · United States

Direction Debra Granik

Cast Jennifer Lawrence · John Hawkes · Lauren Sweetser · Sheryl Lee

Synopsis Winter's Bone (2010) follows the journey of a resilient 17-year-old girl named Ree Dolly, portrayed by Jennifer Lawrence, who resides in the secluded and rugged terrain of the Missouri Ozarks. Ree embarks on a perilous mission to locate her father,...

6.5

19K votes

6.5

19K votes

Leave No Trace

2018 · Movie · 108 min. · United States

Direction Debra Granik

Cast Ben Foster · Thomasin McKenzie · Jeff Kober · Dale Dickey

Synopsis Leave No Trace (2018) follows the journey of a father and his 13-year-old daughter who have been living in a secluded, idyllic existence within a sprawling urban park in Portland, Oregon. Their peaceful life is abruptly disrupted by a minor...

6.2

4K votes

6.2

4K votes

Down to the Bone

2004 · Movie · 101 min. · United States

Direction Debra Granik

Cast Vera Farmiga · Hugh Dillon · Clint Jordan · Caridad De La Luz

Synopsis Down to the Bone (2004) follows Irene (Vera Farmiga), a woman living in Upstate New York who is grappling with the challenges of raising two sons, maintaining a faltering marriage, and concealing a cocaine addiction. Surrounded by the monotonous landscape...

6.1

96 votes

6.1

96 votes

The Shore

2011 · Movie · 29 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Terry George

Cast Ciarán Hinds · Conleth Hill · Kerry Condon · Anthony Brophy

Synopsis The Shore (2011) follows Jim Mahon, who returns to his native Belfast after 25 years in exile, accompanied by his American daughter, Patricia. At a celebratory gathering at a local pub, Jim's brother reveals an old photograph of Jim and...

6.1

33 votes

6.1

33 votes

Diggers

2007 · Movie · 96 min. · United States

Direction Katherine Dieckmann

Cast Paul Rudd · Lauren Ambrose · Ron Eldard · Josh Hamilton

Synopsis Diggers (2007) is a heartfelt and humorous narrative that explores the lives of a close-knit group of friends in a small Long Island town, who must adapt to significant changes that threaten their traditional way of life. Set in September...

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6.0

131 votes

6.0

131 votes

Albert Nobbs

2011 · Movie · 108 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Rodrigo García

Cast Glenn Close · Mia Wasikowska · Aaron Taylor-Johnson · Jonathan Rhys Meyers

Synopsis Albert Nobbs (2011) follows the journey of a resilient woman, portrayed by Glenn Close, who navigates the challenges of a male-dominated 19th-century Irish society by disguising herself as a man to secure employment at a prestigious hotel. Close not only...

5.9

5K votes

5.9

5K votes

Sunset Song

2015 · Movie · 135 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Terence Davies

Cast Agyness Deyn · Peter Mullan · Kevin Guthrie · Mark Bonnar

Synopsis Sunset Song (2015) is a poignant tale set against the backdrop of North East Scotland. The narrative revolves around a young woman, portrayed by Agyness Deyn, who is the daughter of an impoverished farmer. Her life takes a dramatic turn...

5.8

1K votes

5.8

1K votes

Fear the Walking Dead (TV Series)

2015 · Series · 60 min. · United States

Direction Robert Kirkman · Adam Davidson · Kari Skogland · Stefan Schwartz

Cast Kim Dickens · Cliff Curtis · Frank Dillane · Alycia Debnam-Carey

Synopsis Fear the Walking Dead (TV Series) (2015) is an AMC television series that spans six seasons, chronicling the harrowing journey of a family as they navigate the chaos of a zombie apocalypse. This gripping spinoff delves into the early stages...

5.7

10K votes

5.7

10K votes

The Last Thing He Told Me

2023 · Series · 40 min. · United States

Direction Josh Singer · Laura Dave · Deniz Gamze Ergüven · Lila Neugebauer

Cast Jennifer Garner · Angourie Rice · Nikolaj Coster-Waldau · Aisha Tyler

Synopsis The Last Thing He Told Me (2023) follows a woman who is compelled to build a bond with her teenage stepdaughter as she embarks on a quest to locate her vanished husband. This gripping series is based on the 2021...

5.6

347 votes

5.6

347 votes

Quid Pro Quo

2008 · Movie · 82 min. · United States

Direction Carlos Brooks

Cast Nick Stahl · Vera Farmiga · Ashlie Atkinson · Rachel Black

Synopsis Quid Pro Quo (2008) follows the narrative of Isaac Knott, a New York City public radio journalist confined to a wheelchair due to a childhood accident. His life takes a strange turn when he receives a mysterious tip from an...

5.6

622 votes

5.6

622 votes

Elsa & Fred

2014 · Movie · 104 min. · United States

Direction Michael Radford

Cast Shirley MacLaine · Christopher Plummer · Marcia Gay Harden · Scott Bakula

Synopsis Elsa & Fred (2014) presents the tale of two individuals who, in the twilight of their lives, find that it's never too late to experience love and fulfill their dreams. Elsa, a spirited woman, has spent the last six decades...

5.6

561 votes

5.6

561 votes

New York, I Love You

2009 · Movie · 110 min. · United States

Direction Fatih Akin · Yvan Attal · Randall Balsmeyer · Allen Hughes

Cast Bradley Cooper · Hayden Christensen · Andy García · Rachel Bilson

Synopsis New York, I Love You (2009) is a cinematic journey through the heart of one of the world's most iconic cities, weaving together a collection of interconnected tales of love and romance. Each story unfolds in the vibrant backdrop of...

5.5

6K votes

5.5

6K votes

I Am the Night (TV Miniseries)

2019 · Series · 60 min. · United States

Direction Sam Sheridan · Patty Jenkins · Carl Franklin · Victoria Mahoney

Cast Chris Pine · India Eisley · Jefferson Mays · Dylan Smith

Synopsis I Am the Night (TV Miniseries) (2019) is a gripping 6-episode mini-series that delves into the life of Fauna Hodel, a woman who was relinquished by her teenage mother to a black restroom attendant in a Nevada casino in 1949....

5.5

225 votes

5.5

225 votes

The Decameron

2024 · Series · 58 min. · United States

Direction Kathleen Jordan · Michael Uppendahl · Anya Adams · Andrew DeYoung

Cast Tony Hale · Zosia Mamet · Saoirse-Monica Jackson · Tanya Reynolds

Synopsis The Decameron (2024) is a gripping series set in the year 1348, amidst the devastating Black Death, the most lethal pandemic in recorded history. The narrative delves into pertinent themes such as societal hierarchies, power dynamics, and the human struggle...

5.4

433 votes

5.4

433 votes

13

2010 · Movie · 93 min. · United States

Direction Géla Babluani

Cast Sam Riley · Jason Statham · Mickey Rourke · Curtis '50 Cent' Jackson

Synopsis 13 (2010) follows the journey of a young, unsuspecting individual who takes on the identity of a deceased person. This decision leads him into a clandestine realm where power struggles, brutality, and high-stakes gambling are the norm. In this hidden...

5.4

2K votes

5.4

2K votes

Lou

2022 · Movie · 107 min. · United States

Direction Anna Foerster

Cast Allison Janney · Jurnee Smollett · Logan Marshall-Green · Matt Craven

Synopsis Lou (2022) centers around a young mother and her landlord, Lou, who join forces to rescue the woman's daughter after she is abducted by her ex-husband. The story features Janney as the landlord, a tough and unconventional woman with remarkable...

5.1

2K votes

5.1

2K votes

The Babysitters

2007 · Movie · 90 min. · United States

Direction David Ross

Cast John Leguizamo · Cynthia Nixon · Katherine Waterston · Andy Comeau

Synopsis The Babysitters (2007) follows the story of Shirley Lyner (Katherine Waterston), a typical high school student navigating the usual teenage concerns like grades, SATs, and crushes. To earn extra money, she starts a babysitting service. However, her life takes an...

4.8

477 votes

4.8

477 votes

Higher Ground

2011 · Movie · 109 min. · United States

Direction Vera Farmiga

Cast Vera Farmiga · Joshua Leonard · John Hawkes · Dagmara Dominczyk

Synopsis Higher Ground (2011) follows the spiritual odyssey of a woman named Corinne, delving into her personal growth and self-discovery. Set against the backdrop of the 1960s, the narrative begins with Corinne's childhood, marked by feelings of inadequacy. As she navigates...

4.7

272 votes

4.7

272 votes