James Laxton - Actor Profile

James Laxton

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Updated: May 09, 2026
1Total Films
7.8 Highest Rated
Born: Feb 3, 1981
Birth Place: San Francisco, California, USA

About James Laxton

James Laxton is an American cinematographer best known for his collaborations with filmmaker Barry Jenkins, including  Moonlight, for which he earned an Academy Award nomination for Best Cinematography. Description above from the Wikipedia article James Laxton, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.

James Laxton Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of James Laxton reflects exceptional commercial consistency. Across 1 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of James Laxton's work falls within the Documentary genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 100% of James Laxton's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.

One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Walrus Yes: The Making of Tusk, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best James Laxton Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from James Laxton's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie James Laxton has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2019 Walrus Yes: The Making of Tusk Self Super Hit Similar →

James Laxton - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of James Laxton?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring James Laxton is "Walrus Yes: The Making of Tusk" with a rating of 7.8/10.

How many movies has James Laxton acted in?

James Laxton has been featured in at least 1 major films throughout their career.

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