Arthur J. Ornitz

Arthur J. Ornitz
Born
Arthur Jacob Ornitz

(1916-11-28)November 28, 1916
DiedJuly 10, 1985(1985-07-10) (aged 68)
New York City, New York, U.S.
Other namesArthur Ornitz
Alma materUniversity of California, Los Angeles
Occupations
  • Cinematographer
  • film director
  • screenwriter
Years active1936–1983
Children1
ParentSamuel Ornitz (father)
RelativesDon Ornitz (brother)

Arthur Jacob Ornitz, ASC (November 28, 1916 – July 10, 1985) was an American cinematographer and filmmaker, known best for his work on New York-based productions. He worked with such directors as William Friedkin, Sidney Lumet, John Cassavetes, Paul Mazursky, and Shirley Clarke.