Roland Emmerich
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About
Director of blockbuster films like The Day After Tomorrow (2004), Godzilla (1998), Independence Day (1996), and The Patriot (2000).
Before Fame
He originally wanted to be a production designer, but decided to be a director after watching the original Star Wars.
Trivia
He directed his first feature, The Noah's Ark Principle, in 1984.
Family Life
He is openly gay and a campaigner for the LGBT community.
Associated With
He directed Will Smith in 1996's Independence Day.