Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences
| Nominated |
Best Documentary Feature Encounters at the End of the World |
2008 |
Berlin International Film Festival
| Won |
Silver Bear - Special Jury Prize Signs of Life |
1968 |
Cannes Film Festival
| Won |
Best Director Fitzcarraldo |
1982 |
Independent Spirit Awards
| Nominated |
Best Documentary Encounters at the End of the World |
2008 |
International Documentary Association
| Won |
Career Acheivement Award |
2008 |
Venice International Film Festival
| Won |
Special Osella d'oro Schrei Aus Stein |
1991 |
