Jan Matthys

The innovative Dutch cinematographer, Jan Matthys, was born in 1970 in the Netherlands, and began his prolific career in the mid-1990s. Known primarily for his works in drama and historical genres, Matthys has directed an array of critically acclaimed films and series, including "The Book of Negroes", "In Flanders Fields" and "Vikings". Despite not having any major festival awards under his belt, Matthys' directorial style is revered for its raw emotional intensity and attention to historical detail. Matthys, with his limitless imagination and compelling storytelling, has a unique ability to transport audiences back in time, immersing them in the world he skilfully creates.