Los Angeles, California – Cinematographer Edward Lachman was awarded the prestigious Theatrical Feature Film prize at the 39th annual ASC Awards. Lachman’s work on the film “Maria,” featuring Angelina Jolie as Maria Callas, earned him this esteemed recognition at the ceremony held at the Beverly Hilton on Sunday night. Notably, winning the ASC Theatrical Feature Film prize often leads to success at the Oscars, with past winners going on to claim the Best Cinematography Academy Award nearly half of the time.

The ASC Awards also celebrated other outstanding achievements in cinematography across various categories. Ed Helms hosted the event, where Jomo Fray received the Spotlight Award for his work on “Nickel Boys,” and Michael Dweck and Gregory Kershaw were honored with the Documentary Award for “Gaucho Gaucho.”

In the television realm, Sam McCurdy won for the “Crimson Sky” episode of “Shōgun,” Robert Elswit took home the prize for the Anthology Series for Netflix’s “Ripley,” and Richard Rutkowski was recognized for the Half-Hour Series award for Apple TV’s “Sugar” starring Colin Farrell.

The evening also included special tribute honors, such as the 2025 Board of Governors Award presented to producer and Lucasfilm president Kathleen Kennedy, and the Lifetime Achievement Award given to longtime Sidney Lumet collaborator Andrzej Bartkowiak. Additionally, Michael Goi, Joan Churchill, John Simmons, and Pete Romano were acknowledged for their contributions to the field of cinematography.

The Music Video Award was granted to Pepe Avila del Pino for the video “313,” performed by Residente, Sílvia Pérez Cruz, and Penelope Cruz. These accolades highlight the diverse talent and exceptional work within the cinematography industry.

Overall, the 2025 ASC Awards showcased the best in cinematography across various formats, honoring individuals who have demonstrated excellence and creativity in their craft. Through their innovative work, these recipients have contributed significantly to the visual storytelling of film and television, setting a high standard for the industry.