Known for Camera
Peter Smokler is an American cinematographer. Born in Detroit, he's best known for his work on television shows such as It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia (2005-) and The Larry Sanders Show (1992-1998). He's also known for being the director of photography on Rob Reiner's cult film This Is Spinal Tap (1982).
Born
December 12, 1946 (age 79)
Birthplace
Detroit, Michigan, USA
Filmography
26 films, 13 shows


A Very Sunny Christmas
2009 · 43m
country: United States
Dennis and Dee decide to teach Frank a lesson "A Christmas Carol"-style, and Mac and Charlie learn some shocking things about their childhood Christmas traditions.


Tinseltown
2007 · 11m
country: United States
This short made as a pilot by The Jim Henson Company for the Logo Network in 2007 revolves around the lives of a gay couple, Bobby and Samson (anthropomorphic pig and bull puppets respectively) balancing their romance, family and careers in Hollywood alongside a cast of supporting human characters. Was considered lost media for years until it resurfaced on Youtube on June 24th, 2026.


The Last Real Cowboys
2000 · 12m
country: United States
Around the classic 1800's Western campfire, Slope and Tar tangle about what's been, what will be, and who may or may not survive the first New Age chat in the Old West.


Problem Child 3
1995 · 1h 27m
country: United States
Now a pre-teen, Junior has fallen head over heels for a classmate who doesn't even notice him, but does notice three other boys – a child star, a hockey player and a Boy Scout – who are rivals to Junior. This means war!


Bethie's Really Silly Clubhouse
1993 · 45m
country: United States
Three children visit their friend Bethie's clubhouse where they are encouraged to be as silly as possible as long as they learn and do well in school. Everything is silly at Bethie's clubhouse, the door tells knock-knock jokes, the books jockey to be read first, and the TV reminds Bethie when her favorite show "Ivana the Iguanna's Beauty Tips" is on. Add to that an assortment of silly visitors like Kitty Kat Man, Captain Schnorer the Worldwide Explorer and various talking animals who all break into wonderful musical numbers while educating the kids.


Problem Child 2
1991 · 1h 30m
country: United States
Junior and his father, Ben, move from Cold River to Mortville. Junior becomes threatened by Ben's desire to date again and find a new mother for Junior, and sabotages each of his dates.


Camp Cucamonga
1990 · 1h 33m
country: United States
Standard camp shenanigans and romance amongst the counselors and the campers at a lake front summer camp.


Back to the Future (Part II): Behind-the-Scenes Special Presentation
1989 · 27m
country: United States


Scorned and Swindled
1984 · 1h 44m
country: United States
A man seduces women to get their money. He has plenty of success, but this time he has met his match.


This Is Spinal Tap
1984 · 1h 22m
country: United States
"This Is Spinal Tap" shines a light on the self-contained universe of a metal band struggling to get back on the charts, including everything from its complicated history of ups and downs, gold albums, name changes and undersold concert dates, along with the full host of requisite groupies, promoters, hangers-on and historians, sessions, release events and those special behind-the-scenes moments that keep it all real.


The Killing of America
1981 · 1h 35m
country: Japan
A documentary of the decline of America, composed of archival material and exclusive footage, carnage, madness, and mayhem with an unapologetic sincerity on the factual depiction of violence in the industrialized nation of the United States. Featuring a juxtaposition of detailed accounts of terrible acts, brutal behavior, and interviews from experts and convicted killers alike.
Today Is For The Championship
Today Is For The Championship
1980 · 1h 50m
country: Unknown
This propagandistic, race-car documentary is a vehicle for Werner Erhard (the founder of EST) to express his philosophy on motorized competition. Aphorisms and platitudes sprout up at every turn as the cars make their way around the track. Erhard and his group communicate in emotional terms when they do not win, filling the time between races with their viewpoints on life and living, and losing.