Moritz Borman, the producer of Oscar-nominated films such as “The Quiet American” and “Under the Volcano,” passed away on Wednesday in Munich. Borman, who died at the age of 71, was confirmed to have died of natural causes by his long-time producing partners Eric Kopeloff and Philip Schulz-Deyle.

Born in Germany, Borman produced over 25 feature films throughout his career. These films spanned a wide range, from political thrillers to literary adaptations and action blockbusters. Borman made a significant breakthrough in his career by working with director John Huston on the 1984 film “Under the Volcano.” This film was adapted from Malcolm Lowry's famous novel about an alcoholic British diplomat mourning his deceased wife. The film received critical acclaim, and Albert Finney's lead performance along with its music earned Oscar nominations.

Borman collaborated with Oliver Stone on major projects such as “Alexander,” the 9/11 drama “World Trade Center,” the drug cartel thriller “Savages,” the George W. Bush biography “W.,” and “Snowden,” which focuses on CIA whistleblower Edward Snowden. He also produced popular films like “Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines” and “Terminator Salvation.”

The last film Borman worked on as a producer will be a legal drama directed by John Lee Hancock, starring Jonathan Bailey, Lakeith Stanfield, and Laura Dern. As a producer, Borman contributed to the development of independent cinema and built bridges between Europe and Hollywood, leaving a legacy that will be remembered in the film industry.