Known for Camera
Dennis Ayling BSC was a British cinematographer. He is best known for his miniature effects cinematography for the 1979 science fiction film Alien, for which he won an Academy Award for Best Visual Effects. Ayling had a long career of more than 50 years as a film and television commercial cinematographer, and as a cinematographer and director of documentaries. He also served in photographic reconnaissance squadrons in the Royal Air Force and Royal Canadian Air Force during World War II, and for part of his service was based in Burma.
Born
June 23, 1917
Died
October 24, 1998 (age 81)
Birthplace
Finchley, London, England, UK
Filmography
5 films


9 Days in Summer
1967 · 48m · UK
A promotional film for the Ford Company detailing the introduction of the Cosworth engine into Formula 1 in conjunction with Lotus.


Jugglers and Acrobats
1964 · 26m · UK
Released as the accompanying short to The Beatles film, 'A Hard Day's Night', on its original theatrical run, this film takes a look at the arts of juggling acrobatics and spinning plates.


Money Sings
1963 · 24m · UK
A lively pop musical with a variety of talent and music; featuring Johnny Carson, Patricia Shakesby and The Condors.


The Cool Mikado
1963 · 1h 21m · UK
In this musical, the Gilbert and Sullivan classic is updated and set in post-war Japan. This time, the trouble begins when a soldier, the son of a Yankee judge, falls in love with a Japanese girl. This enrages her Yakuza fiancé who kidnaps him.