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Comment: In preparing this draft, I disclose that AI assistance was used as follows: AI assistance was used in preparing and editing this draft, including source review and citation checks. This revision removes film reviews that do not mention Zhmutski, PR material, unsupported details and outdated project plans. The previous decline and reviewer comment are retained. The submitter has a connection to the subject, as previously disclosed. Cripto Rich (talk) 04:47, 1 October 2026 (UTC)
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Peter Zhmutski | |
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Пётр Жмутский | |
 Zhmutski in 2018 | |
| Other name | Petr Zhmutsky |
| Occupations | Film producer, director, actor |
Peter Zhmutski (also spelled Petr Zhmutsky; Russian: Пётр Жмутский) is an American film producer, director and actor from Kazakhstan.[1] He was one of the producers of Higher Mission (2015)[2] and Diamond Cartel (2017).[3]
Early life
[edit]Zhmutski was born in Almaty and grew up there. He studied music from an early age and as a child took part in theater productions and children's television programs.[1]
He moved to the United States in 1998 as an exchange student with Youth For Understanding, through a program funded under the FREEDOM Support Act.[4]
Career
[edit]Early work and Forever Brothers
[edit]In 2002, Zhmutski opened his own production company.[4] At first he shot music videos, commercials and public service announcements.[1]
Zhmutski wrote, directed and produced Forever Brothers and played a lead role.[1]
One of his acting roles was Dr. Stravinski in the horror comedy Dahmer vs. Gacy (2010).[5]
Producer
[edit]Zhmutski produced Higher Mission (2015) together with Gray Frederickson and Vladimir Uglichin, who also wrote and directed the film.[2]
He was also one of the producers of Diamond Cartel, a crime thriller directed by Salamat Mukhammed-Ali.[3]
Marvin's Shining Star
[edit]In January 2020 Zhmutski directed Marvin's Shining Star. It is a filmed stage play based on a 2014 children's book by John Otto, a veterinarian from Norman, and his son Payton.[6] Zhmutski wrote the script together with his daughter. The play was recorded at the Nancy O'Brian Performing Arts Center at Norman North High School, and Otto planned to send the recording to Oklahoma schools to help children whose parents are in prison.[6]
Watch The Word
[edit]Zhmutski is the founder and chief executive of Watch The Word.[7]
Filmography
[edit]| Year | Title | Credited as | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | Dahmer vs. Gacy | Actor | Role: Dr. Stravinski[5] |
| 2015 | Higher Mission | Producer | [2] |
| 2017 | Diamond Cartel | Producer | [3] |
| 2020 | Marvin's Shining Star | Director, writer | Filmed stage play[6] |
References
[edit]- 1 2 3 4 "По обе стороны камеры" [On both sides of the camera]. Akyl-kenes (in Russian). November 3, 2020. Retrieved October 1, 2026.
- 1 2 3 "Higher Mission (2015)". Rotten Tomatoes. Retrieved October 1, 2026.
- 1 2 3 "Diamond Cartel (2017): Cast and Crew". Fandango. Retrieved October 1, 2026.
- 1 2 "A Kazakhstani on making business in the USA in 20 years". WEproject. November 8, 2017. Retrieved October 1, 2026.
- 1 2 "Peter Zhmutski". Rotten Tomatoes. Retrieved October 1, 2026.
- 1 2 3 Keith, Emma (January 9, 2020). "Talking trauma: Locally written book dealing with imprisoned parents turned into play". The Norman Transcript. Retrieved October 1, 2026.
- ↑ "Leadership & Vision". Watch The Word. Retrieved October 1, 2026.
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