James Takata

James Takata. Camera and Electrical Department: This Is Us. James Takata is an American film and television director, writer, and cinematographer. He is a member of the Directors Guild of America and the International Cinematographers Guild Local 600. James was born and raised in Los Angeles, California. At the age of 12 he was inspired to become a filmmaker by Spike Lee's film Do The Right Thing. In high school he...