Cinematography: Alwin H. Kuchler

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


One More Time with Feeling

2016 · Documentary · 112 min. · Australia

7.6

501 votes

7.6

501 votes

Marley

2012 · Documentary · 144 min. · United States

Direction Kevin Macdonald

Cast Bob Marley

Synopsis Marley (2012) delves into the extraordinary life of Bob Marley, exploring his profound influence on music history and his status as a cultural icon. This comprehensive documentary traces Marley's journey from his humble beginnings to his meteoric rise as an...

7.5

3K votes

7.5

3K votes

One Day in September

1999 · Documentary · 94 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Kevin Macdonald

Synopsis One Day in September (1999) delves into the harrowing events that unfolded during the 1972 Munich Olympics, where Palestinian terrorists seized Israeli athletes, holding them captive. The documentary combines archival footage from the time with insightful interviews, including those with...

7.0

222 votes

7.0

222 votes

Ratcatcher

1999 · Movie · 94 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Lynne Ramsay

Cast William Eadie · Tommy Flanagan · Mandy Matthews · Michelle Stewart

Synopsis Ratcatcher (1999) is set in Glasgow during the mid-1970s, where a 12-year-old boy named James grapples with a hidden secret that has alienated him from his family. He seeks solace by the canal, where he forms an unlikely bond with...

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7.0

682 votes

7.0

682 votes

The Deal (TV)

2003 · Movie · 76 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Stephen Frears

Cast David Morrissey · Michael Sheen · Matt Blair · Dexter Fletcher

Synopsis The Deal (TV) (2003) delves into the intricate political and personal dynamics between Tony Blair and Gordon Brown, tracing their journey from their initial meeting in 1983. The narrative focuses on the pivotal agreement they forged concerning the leadership of...

6.9

36 votes

6.9

36 votes

Tetris

2023 · Movie · 117 min. · United States

Direction Jon S. Baird

Cast Taron Egerton · Nikita Efremov · Oleg Shtefanko · Igor Grabuzov

Synopsis Tetris (2023) follows the journey of Henk Rogers, an American video game entrepreneur who stumbles upon the captivating puzzle game Tetris in 1988. As he endeavors to introduce this innovative game to the global market, Rogers finds himself entangled in...

6.8

7K votes

6.8

7K votes

The Mauritanian

2021 · Movie · 129 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Kevin Macdonald

Cast Tahar Rahim · Jodie Foster · Shailene Woodley · Benedict Cumberbatch

Synopsis The Mauritanian (2021) follows the journey of a man imprisoned at the U.S. military's Guantanamo Bay detention facility, where he is confined without formal charges for more than ten years. Desperate for justice, he enlists the aid of a dedicated...

6.7

4K votes

6.7

4K votes

Heartlands

2002 · Movie · 90 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Damien O'Donnell

Cast Michael Sheen · Celia Imrie · Mark Addy · Jim Carter

Synopsis Heartlands (2002) follows the story of Colin, portrayed by Michael Sheen, a man who seems to have it all wrong. Completely infatuated with his unfaithful wife Sandra, played by Jane Robbins, Colin spends his days managing a rundown corner shop...

6.6

121 votes

6.6

121 votes

The mother

2003 · Movie · 111 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Roger Michell

Cast Anne Reid · Daniel Craig · Cathryn Bradshow · Peter Vaughan

Synopsis The mother (2003) follows the story of May, a typical suburban grandmother portrayed by Anne Reid. After the passing of her husband, May finds herself marginalized in the bustling city lives of her children. Feeling isolated and insignificant, she begins...

6.3

417 votes

6.3

417 votes

Morvern Callar

2002 · Movie · 97 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Lynne Ramsay

Cast Samantha Morton · Kathleen McDermott · Linda McGuire · Duncan McHardy

Synopsis Morvern Callar (2002) centers around a young woman named Morvern, who works at a supermarket and finds herself in a profound state of grief after her boyfriend takes his own life. In a twist of fate, she discovers an unpublished...

6.3

487 votes

6.3

487 votes

Gasman (S)

1998 · Movie · 15 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Lynne Ramsay

Cast Lynne Ramsay Jr. · Martin Anderson · James Ramsay

Synopsis Gasman (S) (1998) unfolds during the festive Christmas season. Lynne, a young girl around eight years old, prepares for a special occasion with the assistance of her mother. Meanwhile, her younger brother, Steven, entertains himself with a toy car. The...

6.2

99 votes

6.2

99 votes

The Claim

2000 · Movie · 115 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Michael Winterbottom

Cast Wes Bentley · Milla Jovovich · Nastassja Kinski · Peter Mullan

Synopsis The Claim (2000) unfolds two decades after the Gold Rush of 1849, a period that sparked one of history's most significant human migrations, as hundreds of thousands sought fortune in the untamed landscapes of California. Daniel Dillon (Peter Mullan), a...

6.2

2K votes

6.2

2K votes

Steve Jobs

2015 · Movie · 121 min. · United States

Direction Danny Boyle

Cast Michael Fassbender · Kate Winslet · Seth Rogen · Jeff Daniels

Synopsis Steve Jobs (2015) delves into the life of the visionary behind Apple Inc., Steven Paul Jobs, showcasing his relentless pursuit of innovation that reshaped the digital era. The film unveils the personal sacrifices he made, including the impact on his...

6.1

19K votes

6.1

19K votes

Code 46

2003 · Movie · 90 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Michael Winterbottom

Cast Tim Robbins · Samantha Morton · Om Puri · Jeanne Balibar

Synopsis Code 46 (2003) unfolds as a romantic tale set in a plausible near-future where urban centers are tightly regulated and entry is restricted to those with papelles, a unique travel permit. Beyond the city limits, desert landscapes dominate, and makeshift...

5.9

7K votes

5.9

7K votes

Sunshine

2007 · Movie · 107 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Danny Boyle

Cast Cillian Murphy · Chris Evans · Michelle Yeoh · Rose Byrne

Synopsis Sunshine (2007) is set in a future where the sun is on the brink of extinction, and humanity faces imminent doom. The last glimmer of hope lies in a daring mission aboard a spaceship carrying a crew of eight intrepid...

5.9

23K votes

5.9

23K votes

Hanna

2011 · Movie · 111 min. · United States

Direction Joe Wright

Cast Saoirse Ronan · Eric Bana · Cate Blanchett · Tom Hollander

Synopsis Hanna (2011) follows the journey of a teenage girl, Hanna, who has been meticulously trained by her father to become a highly skilled assassin. Raised in the wilderness, Hanna's life takes an unexpected turn when she encounters a compassionate French...

5.7

19K votes

5.7

19K votes

Proof

2005 · Movie · 99 min. · United States

Direction John Madden

Cast Gwyneth Paltrow · Anthony Hopkins · Hope Davis · Jake Gyllenhaal

Synopsis Proof (2005) is a deeply moving drama directed by John Madden, based on the Pulitzer Prize-winning play by David Auburn. The film stars Gwyneth Paltrow as Catherine, a young woman who sacrificed her promising future to care for her ailing...

5.7

6K votes

5.7

6K votes

Small Deaths (S)

1996 · Movie · 11 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Lynne Ramsay

Cast Anne McLean · James Ramsay · Lynne Ramsay Jr. · Genna Gillan

Synopsis Small Deaths (S) (1996) explores the emotional journey of a young girl as she navigates through three significant and impactful events that leave her with a profound sense of loss and sorrow. The film delves into the complexities of her...

5.6

27 votes

5.6

27 votes

Lucky Break

2001 · Movie · 110 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Peter Cattaneo

Cast James Nesbitt · Christopher Plummer · Olivia Williams · Timothy Spall

Synopsis Lucky Break (2001) unfolds within the peculiar confines of HM Prison Long Rudford, where an unusual transformation is taking place. The typically tough inmates of B wing are trading their rough demeanor for costumes, wigs, and dance lessons, all in...

5.5

436 votes

5.5

436 votes

Divergent

2014 · Movie · 140 min. · United States

Direction Neil Burger

Cast Shailene Woodley · Theo James · Ashley Judd · Jai Courtney

Synopsis Divergent (2014) follows the journey of Beatrice "Tris" Prior, portrayed by Shailene Woodley, who is informed that her unique attributes make her a Divergent, an individual who does not conform to a single faction. As she navigates this revelation, Tris...

5.5

31K votes

5.5

31K votes