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Peter Weir
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In short · Directing since 1971, 6 decades active, 22 credits, 1 Academy Award win.
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15 credits
The Way Back(2010)
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Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World(2003)
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The Truman Show(1998)
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Fearless(1993)
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Green Card(1990)
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The Mosquito Coast(1986)
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Witness(1985)
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The Year of Living Dangerously(1982)
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Gallipoli(1981)
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The Plumber(1979)
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The Last Wave(1977)
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Picnic at Hanging Rock(1975)
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The Cars That Ate Paris(1974)
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Incredible Floridas(1972)
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Three to Go(1971)
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Awards & Nominations
1 win · 6 nominationsAcademy Awards
- Won2022Oscar — Honorary Award
- Nom2003Oscar — Directing
- Nom2003Oscar — Best Picture
- Nom1998Oscar — Directing
- Nom1990Oscar — Writing (original Screenplay)
- Nom1989Oscar — Directing
- Nom1985Oscar — Directing
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- Timeless Heroes: Indiana Jones and Harrison FordSelf · 2023
- Making Waves: The Art of Cinematic SoundSelf · 2019
- The Hundred DaysSelf · 2004
- Whatever Happened to Green Valley?Self · 1973
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