MalcolmFerguson
- Cinematographer
Cinematographer Malcolm Ferguson began his screen career in the lead-up to television’s arrival in New Zealand, when he co-founded company Advertising Photography. He later shot for company Reynolds Film and Television, then spearheaded the production of Soviet Union documentary series Icebreaker - Family Life in the Soviet Union. He has captured life in more than 70 countries, including work for aid organisations.
Biography
Malcolm Ferguson’s career as a cinematographer spans decades and continents. As co-founder of early TV commercials company Advertising Photography and a longtime cinematographer for Reynolds Film and Television, Ferguson shot everything from commercials and charity films to documentaries. His work took him around the globe, including extensive shoots across the Soviet Union for his 1987 documentary series Icebreaker - Family Life in the Soviet Union.
Screenography
“I was very fortunate in those formative years of the industry. It was challenging, but we had a lot of fun. Nowadays you have to be more specialised. We used to process the film and everything — every aspect of production except the original soundtracks. It was a fantastic era to grow up in.”
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