Bullitt
1968
Search results
Peter James Yates (24 July 1929 – 9 January 2011) was an English film director and producer, known for his versatility and “attention to detail” across a variety of genres. He received nominations for four Academy Awards (twice for Best Director and Best Picture ), three BAFTA Awards , and two Golden Globe Awards .
- 2
- 1958–2010
- Film director, producer
- 9 January 2011 (aged 81), London, England
Peter Yates (1929-2011) was a British director and producer known for his action and comedy films, such as Bullitt, The Hot Rock and Breaking Away. He was nominated for four Oscars and won five awards, including two BAFTAs.
- January 1, 1
- Aldershot, Hampshire, England, UK
- January 1, 1
- London, England, UK
Jan 11, 2011 · Peter James Yates was born in England on July 24, 1929. Most sources say his birthplace was Aldershot, Hampshire, about 40 miles southwest of London, though his wife said in an email that it was ...
People also ask
Who is Peter Yates?
How did Peter Yates die?
Where was Peter James Yates born?
Who was Paul Yates?
Jan 10, 2011 · The director Peter Yates, who has died aged 81, helped Steve McQueen achieve iconic status with the cop movie Bullitt (1968), enjoyed a massive box-office success with The Deep (1977) and made one ...
Jan 10, 2011 · A tribute to the late English filmmaker who directed Bullitt, Breaking Away, The Dresser and more. Learn about his career, his collaborations with stars and his Oscar nominations.
Peter Yates. Director: Krull. Having seen Robbery (1967) and Bullitt (1968), it comes as no surprise that Peter Yates started out as a professional racing car driver and team manager - albeit briefly - before turning his attention to film. The son of a military man, he was educated at Charterhouse School and trained at RADA, gaining his first experience as an actor with local repertory ...
Jan 10, 2011 · 10 January 2011. Yates is survived by his wife Virginia Pope, a son and a daughter. British film-maker Peter Yates, who directed such movies as Bullitt and Summer Holiday, has died aged 81 ...
