Cinematographer Lol Crawley will receive the 2025 Robby Müller Award at the International Film Festival Rotterdam (IFFR), which recognizes his outstanding contributions to visual storytelling in cinema.
The award, named after the great Dutch cinematographer Robby Müller, is given annually to a “image composer who has created an authentic, credible, and emotionally striking visual language.” Crawley, noted for his work on highly acclaimed films such as 45 Years, The Devil All The Time, and White Noise, will be recognized during the festival’s 2019 edition, which runs from January 30 to February 9.
His most recent film, The Brutalist, directed by Brady Corbet and starring Adrien Brody, displays Crawley’s unique style. The film was shot on 35 mm film with antique 1950s VistaVision cameras specifically chosen to replicate the period’s original visual look.
The festival jury applauded Crawley’s cinematographic technique, stating that his camerawork is “dedicated to the story and characters in a humble and ardent way.” They praised his ability to accept landscapes as “unpredictable and fluid,” allowing visual storytelling to arise naturally.
During the festival, Crawley will give a unique discussion about his artistry and film The Brutalist, which will have its Dutch premiere at the event. This is just another achievement in his illustrious career, which includes BAFTA and Independent Spirit Award nominations.
The Robby Müller Award, awarded by IFFR, the Netherlands Society of Cinematographers, and Müller’s widow Andrea Müller-Schirmer, honors excellent international cinematographers such as Sayombhu Mukdeeprom and Diego García.
