Biography
Roland Emmerich is a German film director, screenwriter, and producer who is known for his work on disaster and action flicks. He made a name for himself with The Noah's Ark Principle (1981) and co-founded Centropolis Entertainment in 1985 with his sister. Besides his work in the entertainment industry, he is a collector of art and an active campaigner for the LGBT community, global warming awareness and equal rights.
Awards & recognition
- GLAAD Stephen F. Kolzak Award · 2015
- Sitges Grand Honorary Award · 2014
- Order of Merit of Baden-Württemberg · 2007
- European Film Award - People's Choice Award — Best Director · 1998
- Officer's Cross of the Order of Merit of the Federal Republic of Germany · 1998
Filmography26 titles
La Californie !
Those About to Die
The Patriot
Midway
The Thirteenth Floor
Trade
Stargate
The Real History of Science Fiction
Independence Day
The Day After Tomorrow
White House Down
Shirley Adams
The Magic Flute
Anonymous
Moonfall
Universal Soldier
Stonewall
2012
Eight Legged Freaks
The Colony
Godzilla
Making Contact
10,000 BC
Independence Day: Resurgence
Last Will. & Testament
The Noah's Ark Principle