Cinematography: Michael McDonough
The best movies, series, and documentaries with cinematography by Michael McDonough. Explore visually stunning titles that highlight an exceptional filmmaking.
Titles found: 30
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...
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