Dean Semler

Biography

Dean William Semler is an Australian cinematographer and film director born in Renmark, South Australia, who grew up admiring David Lean's films, particularly "Great Expectations". With little formal training, he began his career as a camera operator at a local television station before making documentary and educational films. He won notable awards for his work on "Razorback" (1984) and "Dances with Wolves", including an Academy Award for Best Cinematography.