âFrom Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Rudolph MatĂ©, A.S.C. (21 January 1898 â 27 October 1964), born Rudolf Matheh or Mayer, was an accomplished cinematographer and film director. Born in KrakĂłw (then in Austria-Hungary, now in Poland), MatĂ© started in the film business after his graduation from the University of Budapest. He went on to work as an assistant cameraman in Hungary and later throughout Europe, sometimes with noted colleague Karl Freund. MatĂ©