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William Barker was a pioneering British cinematographer, producer, and director. He was born in Cheshunt, Hertfordshire, England, on 18 January 1868. He began his career as a photographer in the late 1890s, and soon after began working in the film industry. He was one of the first cinematographers to use the new technology of the time, such as the hand-cranked camera and the panning shot. Barker was a prolific filmmaker, producing and directing over 200 films between 1900 and 1920. He was known for his innovative use of camera angles and lighting, and for his ability to capture the beauty of nature. He was also a pioneer in the use of color in film, and was one of the first to experiment with the use of tinting and toning. Barker's most famous films include The Life and Death of King John (1909), The Battle of the Somme (1916), and The Battle of Jutland (1917). He also produced and directed a number of documentaries, including The Great War (1914) and The Battle of the Marne (1915). William Barker died in London on 28 April 1920. He was 52 years old.

Popular As William George Barker
Occupation cinematographer,producer,director
Age 83 years old
Zodiac Sign Capricorn
Born 18 January, 1868
Birthday 18 January
Birthplace Cheshunt, Hertfordshire, England, UK
Date of death 6 November, 1951
Died Place Wimbledon, Surrey, England, UK
Nationality United Kingdom

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Who Is William Barker's Wife?

His wife is Mary Edwards (7 July 1897 - 6 November 1951) ( his death) ( 3 children)

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1920

In 1920 he was the official photographer to Prince Charles on his world tour.

1916

He was a cinematographer and producer, known for She (1916), Hamlet (1910) and Henry VIII (1911). He was married to Mary Edwards.

1900

Former salesman and camera operator who founded the Autoscope Company in the early 1900s and proceeded to build the first studios at Ealing. He was one of the first filmmakers to use authentic locations and demand superior acting skills from those in his employ. He offered high wages, which attracted top luminaries from the stage, such as Sir Herbert Beerbohm Tree and George Formby Sr..

1897

Pioneer of British film, he worked as cameraman on a film in 1897 about Queen Victoria's Diamond Jubilee.

1868

William Barker was born on January 18, 1868 in Cheshunt, Hertfordshire, England as William George Barker.