James Szalapski (October 4, 1945 – September 6, 2000)[1] was a professional screenwriter, cinematographer, producer, and director, born in St. Paul, Minnesota, and worked in New York City.
He was the principal live-action special effects cinematographer for R/Greenberg Associates years starting in 1979.
His notable work includes the classic Alien theatrical teaser (1979), the after-life scene in the 1980 film Resurrection, the opening title sequence in The World According to Garp (1982), and scenes from Ladyhawke[2] working with Vittorio Storaro (1985).
He is survived by his wife Deirdre, his brother Kevin and his nephew Patrick.
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