Ross Clarkson is a renowned international director of photography with over 30 years of experience in the industry. His unique energetic style has made him a sought-after professional in the action film genre.
Ross's most notable work includes his collaboration with director Isaac Florentine on a series of martial arts films, starting with Undisputed 2: Last Man Standing. The film's success led to a wave of martial arts films and elevated the acting career of Scott Adkins.
Together, Ross and Isaac have worked on several high-profile films, including Undisputed 3: Redemption, Assassin's Bullet, Ninja, and Ninja 2: Shadow of a Tear. Ross has also served as the 2nd unit director of photography for several big-budget films for Millennium Films, including Conan the Barbarian and The Legend of Hercules.
Ross's work on Ninja: Shadow of a Tear, a 2013 action film by directed Isaac Florentine, received critical acclaim. The film's fight scenes were praised for their cohesion, choreography, and camera work. Ross's dynamic camera work and ability to capture the action sequences effectively made the film look like a big-screen picture.
Ross's collaboration with Florentine has resulted in a distinctive visual style that blends Eastern and Western influences. His work on Ninja: Shadow of a Tear was particularly praised for its clean, crisp, and legible action sequences, which are often lacking in American films.