Career
Some of the films he has directed include The Onion Field, Taps, The Boost, Sea of Love, Malice, City Hall and Mercury Rising. After studying art and photography at the Pratt Institute, Becker began his career as a still photographer, but later tried his hand at directing television commercials, short films and documentaries. Becker made his film debut in 1972 when he directed The Ragman"s Daughter along with Souter Harris.