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“When I heard about the first Tomb Raider, I was very interested and I would have liked to have directed that. When I was approached for the second film, I was delighted.”

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Jan de Bont
Jan de Bont

Jan de Bont is a renowned Dutch cinematographer known for his exceptional contributions to the action film genre. His career began in the 1970s, with involvement in the photography of several notable films, including the 'Fast and the Furious' series and 'Speed'. De Bont's work is celebrated for its unique visual style and intense action sequences. more

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