Vilmos Zsigmond

cinematographer

Szeged, 16 June 1930 – Big Sur, 1 January 2016

Full member of the Hungarian Academy of Arts (2013–2016)

Vilmos Zsigmond defined his own style as ‘poetic realism’. He strove for a natural representation of reality, yet poetry was always present in his images. He regarded light and

Hungarian Corvin Chain

The second-highest Hungarian state award, which may be granted to individuals who have made a special contribution to improving Hungarian public thought, science, and culture.

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2000

governmental award

Gold Medal of the President of the Republic

The Presidential Gold Medal was established by President Árpád Göncz as a personal recognition.

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