About Peter Kassovitz
Born 1938. Peter Kassovitz is a French and Hungarian actor, film director, screenwriter, film producer and director.
Peter Kassovitz (born 7 January 1938) is a Hungarian-French film director and scriptwriter.
Personal life
He was born to Jewish parents in Budapest, Hungary. He fled the country at the time of the Hungarian Revolution of 1956. He is the father of French film director Mathieu Kassovitz.
Filmography
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Frequently asked questions
Who is Peter Kassovitz?
Hungarian-born French film director
When was Peter Kassovitz born?
Peter Kassovitz was born on 17 November 1938 in Budapest.
What is Peter Kassovitz's occupation?
Peter Kassovitz is an actor, film director, screenwriter, film producer and director.
What nationality is Peter Kassovitz?
Peter Kassovitz is French and Hungarian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Peter Kassovitz. https://biography.guide/peter-kassovitz/
MLA: "Peter Kassovitz." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/peter-kassovitz/.
Chicago: "Peter Kassovitz." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/peter-kassovitz/.
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