Emmy-Winning Cinematographer John Bartley Dies at 78

John Bartley, the Emmy Award-winning cinematographer renowned for his work on television classics such as "The X-Files" and "Lost," has died at age 78. Born in Wellington, New Zealand, Bartley was celebrated for his atmospheric and suspenseful visual style, which defined the first three seasons of "The X-Files" and vividly captured the tropical settings of "Lost." Over his career, he earned multiple American Society of Cinematographers Award nominations and Primetime Emmy nominations, winning an Emmy in 1996 for "The X-Files." Beyond television, Bartley was the director of photography on notable films including "First Blood," "The Chronicles of Riddick," and the 2014 "RoboCop" remake. His passing was mourned by colleagues and friends, including Australian filmmaker Polly Pierce, who credited Bartley as a mentor and inspiration for her career. Bartley's journey from early hardships in New Zealand to becoming a respected figure in film and television highlights his significant impact on visual storytelling.