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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.
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- 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.
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- Aldershot, Hampshire, England, UK
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- London, England, UK
Jan 11, 2011 · Peter Yates, a British-born director whose best-known films were well-observed tales of Americana, including the car-chase cop thriller “Bullitt” and the coming-of-age, bike-race comedy...
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.
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Overview. Born. July 24, 1929 · Aldershot, Hampshire, England, UK. Died. January 9, 2011 · London, England, UK (heart failure) Mini Bio. 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.
- July 24, 1929
- January 9, 2011
Jan 10, 2011 · Mon 10 Jan 2011 13.39 EST. 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...
Jan 10, 2011 · British film-maker Peter Yates, who directed such movies as Bullitt and Summer Holiday, has died aged 81. According to his agent, he died in London on Sunday after an illness. Bullitt, released...
