Wolfgang Petersen

1941–2022 (age 81)

German film director

Biography

Wolfgang Petersen brought sweeping cinematic vision to both German and Hollywood screens, directing exhilarating works such as Das Boot, The NeverEnding Story, and Air Force One.

He blended technical mastery with heartfelt storytelling, earning the admiration of audiences and peers while inspiring filmmakers across the globe.

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