Wolfgang Petersen

Wolfgang Petersen was a German film director, filmmaker, and screenwriter. He was selected for two Academy Awards for the World War II submarine combat film Das Boot (1981). Oscar-Nominated Director Wolfgang Petersen Dies at 81 Wolfgang Petersen, the Oscar-nominated film producer of such films as “Das Boot” and “Aviation based armed force One,” died on … Read more

Wolfgang Petersen, the renowned producer, director and screenwriter, passed away on August 12 at the age of 81, after a battle with pancreatic disease. He was noted for his films like Poseidon, Outbreak, and Air Force One. His rep made it known, and more information about his memorial service will be forthcoming shortly. What was … Read more