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Peter Wells
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| Born | Peter Northe Wells 8 February 1950 |
| Died | (aged 69) Auckland, New Zealand |
| Nationality | New Zealander |
| Notable awards | Member of the New Zealand Order of Merit |
| Spouse | Douglas Llyod Jenkins |
Peter Northe Wells (8 February 1950 – 18 February 2019) was a talented writer, filmmaker, and historian from New Zealand. He was born in Auckland.
One of his most famous works was the film Desperate Remedies, released in 1993. His novel Iridescence (2003) was also very popular. It was a runner-up for a top fiction award in New Zealand. In 2006, Peter Wells was honored as a Member of the New Zealand Order of Merit. This award recognizes people who have done great things for New Zealand.
About Peter Wells
Peter Wells was married to another writer named Douglas Lloyd Jenkins. Peter Wells passed away in Auckland on 18 February 2019, at the age of 69. He died from cancer.
Peter Wells' Books
Peter Wells wrote many books, including short stories and memoirs. A memoir is a book where someone writes about their own life.
Here are some of his books:
- Best Mates: Gay Writing in Aotearoa New Zealand (1997) – He edited this book with Rex Pilgrim.
- Long Loop Home: a memoir (2001) – This book won an award for biography in 2002.
- Iridescence (2003) – This novel was very successful and won several nominations.
- On Going to the Movies (2005)
- The Cat's Whiskers: New Zealand Writers on Cats (2005) – Peter Wells also edited this book.
- Lucky Bastard (2007)
- The Hungry Heart (2012)
- Little Joker Sings (2013)
- Journey to a Hanging (2014)
- Dear Oliver: Uncovering a Pākehā History (2018)
Peter Wells' Films
Peter Wells was also a filmmaker. He wrote and directed several films and documentaries. A documentary is a film that tells a true story or gives facts about a topic.
Here are some of his film projects:
- Foolish Things (1980)
- Little Queen (1984)
- Jewel's Darl (1985)
- My First Suit (1985)
- Newest City on the Globe: Art Deco Napier (1985) – This was a documentary about the city of Napier.
- The Mighty Civic (1988) – This was a documentary he co-directed with Stewart Main.
- A Taste of Kiwi (1990)
- Desperate Remedies (1993) – He wrote and co-directed this feature film.
- Georgie Girl (2001)
