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Bruce Boxleitner

Bruce Boxleitner

2 films · 142 frames · top-billed in 1 · 19822010

Born 12 May 1950 · Elgin, Illinois, USA

Bruce Boxleitner is an American actor and science fiction writer, best known for his roles in the television series *Scarecrow and Mrs. King* (1983–1987) and the *Tron* film series. He has had a long and varied career in television, film, and literature.

He developed an interest in acting at an early age and pursued it professionally after studying at the American Academy of Dramatic Arts in New York City. After honing his craft on stage, he transitioned to television and film, where he began landing roles in the 1970s.

His breakthrough came in the 1980s with the role of Lee Stetson (Scarecrow) in the popular TV series *Scarecrow and Mrs. King*, where he starred alongside Kate Jackson.

How their films are shot

Measured across 142 frames from the 2 films we hold. This is the look of the work Bruce takes, not a claim about any single frame — we index the cast of a film, never the people in a shot.

Across the 2 films we hold, 86% of their frames are night, 82% low key — the look of the work Bruce takes.

Time of day

Night86%
Interior10%

Lighting

Low key82%
Silhouette6%
High key6%
Natural4%

Shot size

Wide37%
Medium30%
Closeup16%
Fullbody11%

Camera angle

Eye level75%
High angle11%
Low angle10%

Mood

Neutral57%
Tense22%
Ominous10%
Lonely6%

Films in the library

Every poster opens that film — stills, cinematography notes and colour palette.

Often with

Shared films in this library, not a full filmography.

A reference database for filmmakers

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