Biography

G.F. Peters is known for Nordlicht (1938), Laughing Heirs (1933) and Strong Hearts in the Storm (1937).

On camera in Die UFA (1992), he recalls his early days as assistant camera in war zones during WWII. Asked from whom did he get guidelines about what to film, he answered, "I was an independent unit. I had to make the choice myself." A couple of still photos showed how, under fire, all German soldiers were taking cover around walls or armored cars, and he stood in the open. The film material had to fill 30-minutes per day of war news, showing all over Germany before the main film attraction. He was promoted to the grade (sic) of cinematographer during the war.