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Kristine Peterson (born May 8, 1958) is a talented film director. She also worked as an assistant director and second unit director on many movies. Kristine was part of the team at Zoetrope Studios when they filmed Apocalypse Now.

Kristine Peterson's Work in Film

Kristine Peterson has been involved in making movies since the 1980s. She started as an assistant director, helping the main director keep everything organized on set. Later, she began directing her own films.

Early Career: Assistant Director Roles

As an assistant director, Kristine helped with many different types of movies. This role involves making sure the filming schedule is followed and that actors and crew are in the right place at the right time. Here are some films where she helped out:

  • 1984 - The Oasis (second assistant director)
  • 1984 - Exterminator 2 (second assistant director)
  • 1984 - Gimme an 'F' (second assistant director)
  • 1985 - Grunt! The Wrestling Movie (first assistant director)
  • 1986 - Chopping Mall (first assistant director)
  • 1986 - The Ladies Club (second assistant director)
  • 1986 - The Supernaturals (second assistant director)
  • 1987 - Maid to Order (first assistant director)
  • 1987 - Nightflyers (assistant director)
  • 1988 - The Drifter (second unit director)
  • 1988 - Beach Balls (second unit director)
  • 1989 - Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure (first assistant director)
  • 1989 - Beverly Hills Bodysnatchers (assistant director)
  • 1989 - A Nightmare on Elm Street 5: The Dream Child (first assistant director)
  • 1990 - Tremors (first assistant director: second unit)
  • 1990 - Hard Act to Follow (assistant director)
  • 1991 - The Search for Signs of Intelligent Life in the Universe (first assistant director)

Directing Her Own Movies

Kristine Peterson also directed several films herself. When she directs, she is in charge of the entire creative vision of the movie. She guides the actors and the crew to bring the story to life. Some of the movies she directed include:

  • 1988 - Deadly Dreams
  • 1991 - Lower Level
  • 1991 - Critters 3
  • 1994 - The Hard Truth
  • 1995 - Redemption: Kickboxer 5
  • 1997 - Slaves to the Underground
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