José Luis Alcaine

José Luis Alcaine Escaño, a Spanish cinematographer, was born on December 26, 1938, in Tangier, Morocco, where he received his education. He holds a unique distinction in the film industry as the first cinematographer to utilize a fluorescent tube as key lighting in the 1970s. Throughout his illustrious career, Alcaine has had the privilege of working on a diverse range of films, including the Academy Award-winning Belle Époque (1993),the romantic comedy Two Much (1995),the time-travel adventure Blast from the Past (1999),and the psychological thriller The Skin I Live In (2011). In Spanish culture, the surname typically follows the format of "paternal surname" followed by "maternal family name," so José Luis Alcaine's full name can be broken down into "Alcaine" (paternal) and "Escaño" (maternal). His impressive body of work has earned him numerous accolades, including the prestigious European Film Award for Best Cinematographer for his work on Volver, as well as five Goya Awards for best cinematography.