Jon Keng

Jon Keng

History

Born in Singapore, Jon is a Los Angeles based cinematographer and alumni of the American Film Institute Conservatory. Shooting across the USA and Asia, his films have traveled widely across the festival circuit, including major festivals such as Cannes, Sundance, Locarno and Tribeca. A narrative-focused cinematographer, Jon believes in crafting a unique visual language for each film he works on.

Profile

Jon Keng

Movies

Life For Sale
Director of Photography
Little Big Women
Director of Photography
A story about a karaoke-addicted old woman struggling with her self-worth and a sense of betrayal at her long-lost husband's funeral where she encounters his younger and more sophisticated girlfriend while she finds out her kids might have been secretly in touch with her late husband all these years.
The Avocado
Director of Photography
Raul finally gets the courage to ask his co-worker, Rosa out on a date. When the day arrives, Raul is confronted by ICE officers and arrested for being undocumented. Meanwhile Rosa is waiting for him at his favorite restaurant only to never have Raul arrive.
Revenge of the Pontianak
Director of Photography
A newly married couple’s life is shaken by the arrival of a vengeful Pontianak, forcing them down a dark path of betrayal, witchcraft and murder.
Burn
Director of Photography
Lonely, unstable gas station attendant Melinda is tired of being overshadowed by her more confident, outgoing co-worker Sheila. When the gas station is held up at gunpoint by Billy, a desperate man in need of quick cash, Melinda finds an opportunity to make a connection with the robber, regardless of who gets hurt.
Cocoon
Director of Photography
China, 1997. An unhappy marriage, a love affair and a child who holds all the secrets.
Pineapple
Director of Photography
When a miner's daughter is assaulted in the local coal mine, she utters only one word, leaving the town's sheriff baffled. The event quickly spirals out of control, impacting the entire town.
The Suitcase
Director of Photography
The ordinary life of a Boston bred baggage handler is turned upside down when he steals a suitcase that contains terrorist plans. Inspired by true events on 9/11.
The Secret of Joy
First Assistant "A" Camera
A girl's dream in King Arthur's world, a land populated by valiant knights, beautiful fairies, little elves and monsters to be defeated. A world of beauty only a child can imagine; a tale that enchants the viewers.
Fata Morgana
Director of Photography
A middle-aged couple from China arrives in the United States for the first time to organize the funeral rites of their only child. In the midst of dealing with the logistics of the funeral and their overwhelming grief, they begin to unravel the escalating fractures in their relationship and the uncertain futures that lie ahead of them.
Fata Morgana
Screenplay
A middle-aged couple from China arrives in the United States for the first time to organize the funeral rites of their only child. In the midst of dealing with the logistics of the funeral and their overwhelming grief, they begin to unravel the escalating fractures in their relationship and the uncertain futures that lie ahead of them.
Hidden
First Assistant Camera
After the death of his half-brother, a young boy struggles with his guilt and new position in the family.
Dear Friend
Camera Operator
Follows the story of seventeen-year-old Christian, who in 1965 has fallen in love with his best friend, James.
Dear Friend
Director of Photography
Follows the story of seventeen-year-old Christian, who in 1965 has fallen in love with his best friend, James.
Audrey's Children
Cinematography
In 1970 when nearly all children with cancer die, an unconventional and brilliant oncologist breaks all the rules in an effort to revolutionize treatment methods and to provide housing and support to families of sick children.