Harun Mehmedinović is a Bosnian‑American director, screenwriter, photographer, cinematographer, and author. He is a survivor of the Bosnian Genocide and the Siege of Sarajevo and has worked extensively in documentary filmmaking, fine‑art photography, and time‑lapse videography.
Early life and education
Born in Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Mehmedinović relocated to the United States with his family during the Bosnian War. He pursued higher education in film and television, graduating from the UCLA School of Theater, Film and Television and later completing studies at the American Film Institute.
Film and documentary work
Mehmedinović’s career in cinema began in the early 2000s. Notable projects include:
- In the Name of the Son (2007) – a feature film that premiered at the Telluride Film Festival and received over thirty international awards, including recognition at the Shanghai Film Festival.
- Ice on Fire (2019) – co‑creator, cinematographer, and co‑producer of the Leonardo DiCaprio‑produced documentary for HBO; the film premiered at the Cannes Film Festival.
- Grand Canyon: Rivers of Time (2022) – cinematographer for the IMAX large‑format documentary.
- Legion 44 (2024) – cinematographer of a climate‑focused documentary.
He has also contributed cinematography to other documentary projects and has been involved in producing visual content for concerts and live events.
Photography and visual media
Mehmedinović is known for his time‑lapse series “SKYGLOW,” which gained viral popularity for its high‑definition footage of night skies and atmospheric phenomena. His photographic work has been exhibited internationally and featured in publications such as BBC Earth, National Geographic, and Vogue Italia. Highlights include:
- A photograph of an inverted cloud formation over the Grand Canyon that was listed among National Geographic’s 2015 Best Travel Photos of the Year.
- Participation in the BBC Earth Instagram team that won a Webby Award in 2016 for “Best Photography and Graphics.”
He is the author of three photography books, including Seance (2013), which contains a foreword by writer Aleksandar Hemon.
Public speaking and other contributions
Mehmedinović has spoken at TED conferences about his photography and visual storytelling. He has also provided time‑lapse visuals for major music acts, including The Rolling Stones, Roger Waters, Paul Simon, and John Mayer, among others.
Online presence
He maintains a professional website (bloodhoney.com) that showcases his filmography, photography projects, and publications.
References
Information compiled from the Wikipedia entry for Harun Mehmedinović and associated public sources.