Emily Topper

Camera operator

Baltimore, Maryland, USA

Biography

Emily Topper is a cinematographer. She has shot films for PBS, Netflix, Tremolo, Meridian Hill Pictures, Drifting Cloud Productions, Optimist, Field of Vision, The California Endowment, The New York Times, Hairpin Communication, Loteria Films, Vice, Motherboard, Sandbox Films, The Redford Center, and countless others.

Filmography

7.8

LIGHT & MAGIC

When George Lucas set out to make Star Wars, little did he know he would end up revolutionizing an industry. This is the story of a team of creative geniuses who put the magic in the movies we love.

7.4

Pretty Baby: Brooke Shields

Actor, model, and global superstar Brooke Shields’ journey from a sexualized young girl to a woman who embraces her identity and voice.

7.2

The New York Times Presents

A series of standalone documentaries powered by the unparalleled journalism and insight of The New York Times, bringing viewers close to the essential stories of our time.

7.8

STEVE! (martin) a documentary in 2 pieces

Steve Martin is one of the most beloved and enigmatic figures in entertainment. Dive into his extraordinary story from two distinct points of view—past and present—as Martin reflects on how his beginnings led to his unexpectedly fulfilling life today.

7.8

Miss Americana

A raw and emotionally revealing look at one of the most iconic artists of our time during a transformational period in her life as she learns to embrace her role not only as a songwriter and performer, but as a woman harnessing the full power of her voice.

7.8

It's Never Over, Jeff Buckley

Rising musician Jeff Buckley had only released one album when he died suddenly in 1997. Now, never-before-seen footage, exclusive voice messages, and accounts from those closest to him offer a portrait of the captivating singer.

6.5

Strip Down, Rise Up

The feature documentary follows women of all walks of life, all ages and ethnic backgrounds, as they shed trauma, body image shame, sexual abuse and other issues locked in their bodies, and embark on a journey to reclaim themselves. The film also gives a rare window into the world of Pole artistry and expression.

7.2

Framing Britney Spears

Her rise was a global phenomenon. Her downfall was a cruel national sport. People close to Britney Spears and lawyers tied to her conservatorship now reassess her career as she battles her father in court over who should control her life.

8.0

Bulletproof

Bulletproof explores the complexities of violence in schools by looking at the strategies employed to prevent it. The film observes the longstanding rituals that take place in and around American schools: homecoming parades, basketball practice, morning announcements, and math class. Unfolding alongside these scenes are a collection of newer traditions: lockdown drills, teacher firearms training, metal detector screenings, and school safety trade shows. Bulletproof asks what these rituals reflect back at us, looking beyond immediate causes and responses to mass shootings in a cinematic meditation on the array of forces that shape the culture of violence in the United States.

7.3

Judy Blume Forever

The radical honesty of the books by young adult fiction pioneer Judy Blume changed the way millions of readers understood themselves, their sexuality, and what it meant to grow up, but also led to critical battles against book banning and censorship.

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The Easy Kind

A rollicking journey toward true self-expression for Elizabeth Cook, as she breaks through the constraints of country music to become the artist that she's meant to be.

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The First Step

Van Jones navigates increasingly tense and isolating political and racial divides in his attempt to become a “bridge builder” during the Trump administration.

8.1

Picture a Scientist

A documentary that looks at systemic sexism faced by women scientists in STEM fields.

3.5

Rebel Hearts

A group of pioneering nuns bravely stand up to the Catholic Church patriarchy, fighting for their livelihoods, convictions and equality against an all-powerful Cardinal. From marching in Selma in 1965 to the Women’s March in 2018, these women have reshaped our society with their bold acts of defiance.

9.0

The Emoji Story

Emojis are a worldwide phenomenon, with some arguing that these smiling poops and heart-eyed faces are on the verge of actually becoming their own language. Who, if anyone, is in charge of this new global digital language?

3.3

PLAN C

A hidden grassroots organization doggedly fights to expand access to abortion pills across the United States keeping hope alive during a global pandemic and the fall of Roe v. Wade.

5.7

The Undocumented Lawyer

Lizbeth is an attorney who swore to uphold the Constitution. She's also undocumented.

9.0

Dindin

A dark, dark comedy of manners, set on a rainy evening at the swanky country home of Pierre and Emily, who have invited installation artist Darlene and Ricky, a local furniture designer and builder, to dinner. Each character has an agenda that is ultimately thwarted. Based on the original play by Brenda Withers.

5.5

The Rise and Fall of Lularoe

Unveils how the company LuLaRoe exploited the full power of social media and the psychological techniques used by multi-level marketers to onboard a massive pool of retailers.

6.2

Ain't in It for My Health: A Film About Levon Helm

Starting with the image of a tour bus warming its engine in the stillness of an empty lot, this haunting, personal portrait of music legend Levon Helm evokes the mood of a lifetime spent on the road. Jacob Hatley's extraordinarily intimate documentary finds Helm, a founding member of The Band, at home in Woodstock in the midst of creating his first studio album in 25 years. The ultimate survivor, he's overcome drugs, bankruptcy, the bitter breakup of The Band and a bout of throat cancer -but then, as the rueful title indicates, he wasn't in it for his health

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