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Moritz Borman is a German-born film producer who made a name for himself primarily in
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. With a career that spans major studio productions as well as independent films, Borman has established himself as a versatile and experienced producer. He is known for his collaborations with leading international filmmakers and actors, and his involvement in a wide range of film projects across different genres. Through his long-standing career and his expertise in managing large-scale international projects, Borman has become a respected figure in the film industry.


Career

Borman began his career in German television as a producer and director before relocating to Los Angeles, where he earned a master’s degree from the
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. Initially, he produced numerous programs for European television networks and commercials for major international brands. His first feature film production was
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'', which earned two Academy Award® nominations. From that point, he focused exclusively on feature films. In the late 1990s, Borman founded Pacifica Film, a film financing company that invested over $300 million in numerous studio productions through German media funds he initiated. In 2000, he merged Pacifica with Intermedia Films, creating Hollywood's largest independent production and financing company, with over 250 employees, and he became its CEO. In the same year, he took the new entity public on the
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, raising an additional $260 million in capital. After three years, Borman stepped down as CEO to return fully to his passion for producing feature films. Moritz Borman initiated and oversaw the production of a wide range of films, including large-scale studio projects and artistically ambitious indie films. His filmography includes 35 Hollywood productions. Some of his most notable films are works by acclaimed director and screenwriter
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, including ''
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'' (2016), '' Savages'' (2012), ''
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'' (2006), ''
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'' (2004), and '' W.'' (2008). His other productions include '' Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines'' (2003), ''
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'' (2009), ''
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'' (2002), '' K-19: The Widowmaker'' (2002), ''
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'' (2001), and ''
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'' (2000) and many more. As of 2023, his films have grossed nearly $2 billion on the worldwide box office.


Commitment and Memberships

Borman is an active member of the
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, which awards the
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each year. Since the late 1990s, he has also served as chairman of the Tony Fitzjohn/George Adamson African Wildlife Preservation Trust, which established the Mkomazi Game Reserve in Tanzania and supports Kenya's Kora National Park. Among the trust’s notable supporters are actress
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and
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, Duke of Sussex.


Influence

Moritz Borman is respected in the film industry for his production expertise and his ability to successfully manage complex projects. His work in international productions and his presence in both Europe and the United States have helped bridge the film industries of both continents. His work on the '' Terminator'' sequels and his long-standing collaboration with
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have secured his place in film history.


Filmography

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References


External links

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