Delighted to Collaborate with Actor Michael Rose (Rory Lewis Photographer 2025)
It was an absolute pleasure to work with acclaimed actor Michael Rose, whose screen presence, depth, and range are nothing short of remarkable. As a portrait photographer, I am always searching for that ineffable quality that elevates a subject—and with Michael, it was instantly there, brimming with intensity, character, and quiet power.
From the moment he stepped in front of the lens, Michael brought the same commitment and gravitas that has defined his performances across film and television. His roles span critically acclaimed projects including The Great Lillian Hall, where—alongside legends Jessica Lange and Kathy Bates—he delivered a performance that ABC’s Pete Travers called, “essential viewing for those eager to see what acting can be at its transcendent, transfixing finest.”
Whether portraying the corrupt investor Carl Rogers in Bosch: Legacy (with TVLine praising that “Michael Rose smashes it”), or bringing layered complexity to Sheriff Mooney in A Dark Place, Michael consistently impresses with work that balances strength and subtlety. His versatility shines through in powerful dramas like The 24th, where The New Yorkercalled the film “a remarkable part of a body of work that is an all-too-hidden wonder,” and genre thrillers like Lovecraft Country, where AwardsWatch highlighted his enigmatic role.
Michael’s film and television appearances have contributed to a global box office of over $600 million, and his work is anchored by serious craft—shaped by training with Bill Esper and Maggie Flanigan at NYC’s William Esper Studio.
Behind the scenes, Michael is equally grounded and generous. He brings humility, curiosity, and professionalism to the studio—qualities that make photographing him not just a privilege, but a truly creative collaboration.
I’m grateful to have captured new portraits that reflect the strength and nuance he brings to every role. Keep an eye out—Michael Rose is a force, and his best work may still be ahead.It was an absolute pleasure to work with acclaimed actor Michael Rose, whose screen presence, depth, and range are nothing short of remarkable. As a portrait photographer, I am always searching for that ineffable quality that elevates a subject—and with Michael, it was instantly there, brimming with intensity, character, and quiet power.
From the moment he stepped in front of the lens, Michael brought the same commitment and gravitas that has defined his performances across film and television. His roles span critically acclaimed projects including The Great Lillian Hall, where—alongside legends Jessica Lange and Kathy Bates—he delivered a performance that ABC’s Pete Travers called, “essential viewing for those eager to see what acting can be at its transcendent, transfixing finest.”
Whether portraying the corrupt investor Carl Rogers in Bosch: Legacy (with TVLine praising that “Michael Rose smashes it”), or bringing layered complexity to Sheriff Mooney in A Dark Place, Michael consistently impresses with work that balances strength and subtlety. His versatility shines through in powerful dramas like The 24th, where The New Yorkercalled the film “a remarkable part of a body of work that is an all-too-hidden wonder,” and genre thrillers like Lovecraft Country, where AwardsWatch highlighted his enigmatic role.
Michael’s film and television appearances have contributed to a global box office of over $600 million, and his work is anchored by serious craft—shaped by training with Bill Esper and Maggie Flanigan at NYC’s William Esper Studio.
Behind the scenes, Michael is equally grounded and generous. He brings humility, curiosity, and professionalism to the studio—qualities that make photographing him not just a privilege, but a truly creative collaboration.
I’m grateful to have captured new portraits that reflect the strength and nuance he brings to every role. Keep an eye out—Michael Rose is a force, and his best work may still be ahead.
