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Award Winning Director of Photography

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Award Winning Director of Photography

Michael balfry, csc

Award-Winning Director of photography

Michael Balfry, CSC is a two-time Emmy nominee, ASC Nominee and recipient of the Canadian Society of Cinematographers (CSC) Award for Best Cinematography in Documentary for Sola.

His latest project is the hit Netflix live adaptation of Avatar: The Last Airbender released in February 2024.

Balfry is best known for his work on Trial & Error (2018), Resident Alien (2021), The Dead Zone (2004) and R.L. Stine’s The Haunting Hour (2010) for which he received a nomination from the American Society of Cinematographers (ASC).

He began his career in 1994 working on short films including Jail Stories (1994), Candy from Strangers (2001), Sola (2001) and Violet (2002).

With more than 30 years of experience in the film and television industry, Balfry has travelled throughout North America, Europe and Asia, capturing images with stunning results.

Balfry’s additional accolades include two Leo Awards for Best Cinematography in a Short Film and Best Cinematography in a Short Drama for his work on Shadowplay (2012). He received an ICVM Crown Award and a nomination for the historical drama Sight (2024). He is an active member of the International Cinematographers Guild, the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees (IATSE) ICG 669 and the Canadian Society of Cinematographers.

Based in Vancouver, BC, Canada, Balfry is represented in the United States by Zero Gravity Management.

Michael Balfry: RESUME

Agent Contact Information

Zero Gravity Management
Alex Franklin
310-694-3800
afranklin@zerogravitymanagement.com

Margaret Loesch – President & CEO at Hub Television

Simply put, Michael is one of the best Cinematographers I've ever worked with; not only does he have a wonderful artistic eye and skill set, his quiet, professional demeanour is both additive and yet calming to every production. A highly valued and respected force of nature on the set, Michael is very often the go-to guy for directors and producers who seek him out as a creative problem solver, which he does artfully, skillfully, and respectfully. He raises the bar of every production, and his efforts make us look better!

Robert Petrovicz – Producer
Michael’s eye for constructing the perfect image in any medium is his talent. He balances this with production savvy and total professionalism. Regardless of the subjects matter, I would trust Michael to deliver the best product achievable.

John Tinker – Executive Producer
…. the very talented, extraordinarily kind, decidedly hard working Director of Photography, Michael Balfry. If you love the look of the show, meet the man who“paints with light". Michael is one of the most involved DOPs with whom I've worked: his interest and positive influence go well outside his department and he is much admired, beloved, and valued by all on the show….

Shea Wageman – Producer/Director at ICON Creative Studio
Michael’s unique talent to capture a story cinematically, at the highest level, has allowed our company’s films to succeed in the motion picture industry. His subtle, innovative, and creative use of cinematography has ensured and resulted in the highest quality of work produced on our films.