Leo Behrens

Leo Behrens

Cinematographer and Director

Los Angeles, California

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About Leo

Leo Behrens is an award-winning Norwegian cinematographer & director, based in Los Angeles.
In 2023, Leo earned his cinematography degree from the American Film Institute Conservatory. Shortly after his graduation, he was selected for The ASC Vision Mentorship Program 23-24. He began his career as a camera operator and director, after graduating from Westerdals Film & TV in 2010. In just a few years, he advanced to the role of cinematographer, making notable contributions to a wide range of projects in Norway, spanning documentaries, music videos, short films, TV series, and reality TV shows.

Leo's short film "SKIN" won the Gold Medal in the alternative/experimental category at the 2023 Student Academy Awards, where he served as the writer, director, and cinematographer. He received a mentorship through the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences as a Gold Alumni. His recent cinematography contributions to the documentary "Evan Ever After" earned it the Audience Award for "Best Florida Short" and the Jury Award for “Best Short Doc” at Out On Film Atalanta in 2023. It gained recognition at notable film festivals, including, Outfest, HollyShorts InsideOut Film Festival Toronto, and NewFest New York.

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Credits

  • Shadow Watchers

    Shadow Watchers (2024)
    Film by Cinekat Film Works / Steve Helgoth (Horror and Thriller) Director of Photography Feature Film

  • Pace

    Pace (2024)
    Film (short) by Beck Williams (Drama) Director of Photography When a transmasculine boxer battling with suffocating dysphoria must choose between transitioning and the love of their life, they find solace in training with another boxer who shares their identity.

  • SKIN

    SKIN (2023)
    Film (short) by Leo Behrens (Drama, Fantasy and Mystery) Director | Cinematographer "Skin" is a visually poetic exploration of self-discovery, using powerful symbolism to depict a woman's transformation into a man. With the help of her inner manifestation, the ice man, she sheds her old skin and embraces her true identity.. Winner of the Student Academy Awards 2023 https://www.leobehrens.art/skin

  • Groomsperson

    Groomsperson (2022)
    Film (short) by Benj Welmond Cinematographer Groomsperson is the story of July, a shy, transfeminine nonbinary person in the early stages of their transition, and Sylvia, a lavish trans woman and July's closest supporter, as they try to find a dress for a wedding. The film takes place over the course of a single afternoon, as July and Sylvia stumble into a high-end boutique and everything that can go wrong, does. They are confronted by Alyssa, an uptight store owner with a very limited understanding of gender dynamics. As July tries on formal feminine attire for the first time, their relationship with Sylvia is tested and they must confront the realities of their transition and the expectations of heteronormative spaces. The whole film is a oner

  • Evan Ever After

    Evan Ever After (2021 - 2022)
    Documentary by Ariel Mahler, Radha Metha (Documentary and Short) Cinematographer This short documentary explores the journey of Florida's first transgender Homecoming Queen, Evan Bialosuknia, and her confidence and impact on youth faced with discrimination from Florida's newly signed “Don't Say Gay” bill. Ariel Mahler (she/they) is a transfemme director and screenwriter.

  • REDD

    REDD (2020)
    Music by Annette Cinematographer Music Video

  • The Window

    The Window (2019)
    Film (short) by David Solbjørg Cinematographer The Window is a short film that tells a story of hope amid isolation and loneliness. Stuck in his hospital bed and unable to move, Jon is helpless and alone. Even the view from his window is beyond his reach. Enter a new patient and a caring nurse. This short fictional film is simple, poetic, and concise. With it we want to communicate how the small things we do can make a difference, giving others hope & joy.

Awards

  • Gold Winner of the 2023 Student Academy Awards - "SKIN"
    (2023)

  • Winner of "Best Florida Short" for Evan Ever After - Florida Film Festival
    (2023)

  • Official Selection Oslo Fusion International Film Festival - "SKIN"
    (2023)

  • Official Selection Outfest " Evan Ever After"
    (2023)

  • Winner of "Best Short Doc" Out on Film Atalanta - Evan Ever After
    (2023)

  • Winner of Best Short, Best Cinematography, Los Angeles Cinematography Awards - "SKIN"

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