"I don't attack any kind of script or shooting with some philosophy that is discernible even to myself. It might just be art and love: When I got my Academy Award for 'Virginia Woolf' in the middle of the Vietnam War, I said, 'I hope we can use our art for peace and love.'"
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Haskell Wexler (1922-2018) was a pioneering American cinematographer and director, renowned for his innovative approach to visual storytelling. Born in Chicago, Wexler's illustrious career spanned over six decades, during which he earned two Academy Awards for his exceptional work on films like "Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?" and "Medium Cool." Beyond his technical prowess, Wexler was an outspoken advocate for social justice, using his craft to highlight pressing societal issues. His legacy endures not only in the cinematic techniques he perfected but also in the powerful narratives he championed.
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