Biography

Matt Bendo is an award-winning Cinematographer based out of Toronto, who has been nominated 7 times for a Canadian Society of Cinematographers Award. He's a three time winner for "Lamborghini - Storm" in 2017, "Kombat Arts - Legacy" in 2018, and "A Dog Cried Wolf" in 2020.

His maverick approach to lighting creates an upending visual style that has set him apart from his peers and has drawn the attention of sites like Cinema5D where Bendo has discussed his innovative cinematography techniques. Passionate about world building, he strives to create powerful work that delivers chills. His experience as a Producer, Director, Editor, and Visual Effects Artist, enhance his abilities as a Cinematographer.

He is accomplished in a variety of cinematic styles, having shot narrative, music videos, and commercials, some of which have amassed millions of views. His commercial work includes brands such as Coca Cola, Jack Daniels, Honda, and Microsoft. His latest feature "In The Fire", starring Eduardo Noriega and Amber Heard is set to release in 2023.

Bendo's main influences are virtuoso Cinematographers Roger Deakins and Bruno Delbonnel.

National Level Accolades

• 2021 CSC Award Nomination for "Best Cinematography in a Documentary Short"

• 2020 CSC Award for "Best Cinematography in a Dramatic Short Film"

• 2020 CSC Award Nomination for "Best Cinematography in a Music Video"

• 2019 CSC Award Nomination for "Best Cinematography in a Music Video"

• 2019 CSC Award Nomination for "Best Cinematography in a Music Video"

• 2018 CSC Award for "Best Cinematography in Branded Content"

• 2017 CSC Award for "Best Cinematography in Branded Content"

- IMDb mini biography by: Matt Bendo