American Society of Cinematographers Full Winners List 2026
Michael Bauman has emerged victorious at the 40th annual American Society of Cinematographers Awards, claiming the top prize for his work on “One Battle After Another” by Warner Bros.
This year, the ASC nominated five talented cinematographers in the feature film category, including Dan Laustsen for “Frankenstein” on Netflix, Darius Khondji for “Marty Supreme” on A24, Autumn Durald Arkapaw for “Sinners” on Warner Bros., and Adolpho Veloso for “Train Dreams” on Netflix. These nominations mirror the Oscar nominees in the cinematography category.
It is worth noting that the ASC has accurately predicted the Best Cinematography Oscar winner 18 times in the past 39 years. However, last year’s ASC winner, Ed Lachman, did not take home the Oscar, which instead went to Lol Crawley for “The Brutalist.”
Bauman’s success did not stop at “One Battle After Another,” as he also received a nomination for “Monster: The Ed Gein Story” in the limited series or TV movie category.
The evening was kicked off by Mandy Walker, the 48th president of the ASC and the first woman to hold this position in the society’s century-old history. Walker, who made history by winning the top prize for “Elvis,” emphasized the importance of diversity, education, and technological advancement in cinematography.
Throughout the night, various awards were presented, with Adam Newport-Berra winning for “The Studio” in the half-hour series category, and a tie in the one-hour series category between Alex Disenhof for “Task” and Christophe Nuyens for “Andor.”
Renowned cinematographer Rodrigo Prieto secured his first ASC award in the music video category for Taylor Swift’s “The Fate of Ophelia,” while Guillermo del Toro was honored with the ASC Board of Governors Award for his outstanding contributions to the industry.
In a passionate speech, del Toro stressed the significance of the collaboration between cinematographers and directors in creating powerful images, particularly in an era where technology threatens to diminish the artistry of filmmaking.
The evening also saw Cynthia Pusheck receiving the Presidents Award, acknowledging the trailblazing women who paved the way for her success in the industry. Additionally, Robert Yeoman, ASC, M. David Mullen, ASC, and Stephen Pizzello were recognized for their outstanding achievements in cinematography.
The ASC Awards concluded with a list of winners across various categories, highlighting the exceptional talent and innovation present in the world of cinematography. The event served as a celebration of creativity, collaboration, and the enduring power of visual storytelling.
