Jeff Cutter

Biography:

Jeff Cutter is an American cinematographer born in Los Angeles, California. He has garnered recognition for his work on several notable films, including Prey (2022), Non-Stop (2014), and 10 Cloverfield Lane (2016) .

In Prey, a prequel to the Predator franchise, Cutter collaborated with director Dan Trachtenberg to capture the film’s expansive natural settings. The production primarily utilized on-location shooting in Calgary, with minimal use of studio stages. Cutter employed anamorphic lenses to enhance the film’s visual scope, aiming to portray the vastness of the wilderness authentically .

Cutter’s partnership with Trachtenberg extends beyond Prey. They previously worked together on 10 Cloverfield Lane, a film characterized by its confined setting and suspenseful atmosphere. Additionally, Cutter served as the director of photography for the pilot episode of the television series The Boys, further showcasing their collaborative synergy .

Beyond these collaborations, Cutter’s filmography includes a variety of genres, demonstrating his versatility as a cinematographer. His credits encompass films like Orphan (2009), A Nightmare on Elm Street (2010), and Office Christmas Party (2016) .

Looking ahead, Cutter is set to reunite with Trachtenberg for the upcoming film Predator: Badlands, scheduled for release in November 2025. This project marks another installment in the Predator franchise, with Cutter once again contributing his cinematographic expertise .