Robert Sidney Baker (1916 – 30 September 2009) was a British film and television producer. At times, he was also a
cinematographer
The cinematographer or director of photography (sometimes shortened to DP or DOP) is the person responsible for the recording of a film, television production, music video or other live-action piece. The cinematographer is the chief of the camera ...
and director. Born in London and serving as an artillery man in the British Army, he was posted to North Africa, where he became involved in the army's film and photographic unit, later serving as a combat cameraman in Europe.
Movie career
Despite a prolific film and television career, Baker was principally known for his long-time professional relationship with
Monty Berman
Nestor Montague "Monty" Berman (16 August 1913 in Whitechapel, London, England – 14 June 2006 in London, England) was a British cinematographer and film and television producer.
Early career
Berman began his film career as a camera assistant ...
, where they founded Tempean Films, churning out comedies, thrillers, and mysteries. Some of their more popular work included ''
Jack the Ripper
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Leslie Charteris
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The Persuaders!
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Double Exposure
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