Néstor Almendros
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Summary
Néstor Almendros was born on October 30, 1930[1], in Barcelona[2]. He died on March 4, 1992[3], in New York City[4]. He worked as a cinematographer[5], film director[6], and actor[7]. He ranks in the top 0.72% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (1,825 views/month, #7,171 of 1,000,298).[8]
Key Facts
- Father: Herminio Almendros[9]
- Mother: Maria Cuyàs Ponsa[10]
- Country of citizenship: Spain[11]
- Educated at: Centro Universitário Católica do Leste de Minas Gerais[12]
- Award received: Academy Award for Best Cinematography[13], César Award for Best Cinematography[14]
- Member of: American Society of Cinematographers[15]
- Sex or gender: male[16]
- Commons category: Néstor Almendros[17]
- Cause of death: lymphoma[18]
- Family name: Almendros[19]
- Given name: Néstor[20]
- Manner of death: natural causes[21]
- Nominated for: Academy Award for Best Cinematography[22]
- Languages spoken, written or signed: Spanish[23], Catalan[24], French[25]
- Name in kana: ネスター[26]
- Second family name in Spanish name: Cuyás[27]
Why It Matters
Néstor Almendros has Wikipedia articles in 17 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[28] He is known by 15 alternative names across languages and contexts.[29]
FAQs
Where was Néstor Almendros born?
Néstor Almendros was born in Barcelona[2].
Where did Néstor Almendros die?
Néstor Almendros passed away in New York City[4].
Who were Néstor Almendros's parents?
Néstor Almendros's father was Herminio Almendros[9]. Néstor Almendros's mother was Maria Cuyàs Ponsa[10].
What did Néstor Almendros do for work?
Néstor Almendros worked as a cinematographer[5], film director[6], and actor[7].
Where did Néstor Almendros go to school?
Néstor Almendros was educated at Centro Universitário Católica do Leste de Minas Gerais[12].
What awards did Néstor Almendros receive?
Honors received include Academy Award for Best Cinematography[13] and César Award for Best Cinematography[14].