Centropolis Entertainment was founded in 1985 by German film director Roland Emmrich and his sister Ute to produce films. Roland Emmerich is known for Hollywood disaster films that often reference global warming and have collectively grossed over $3 billion worldwide. Centropolis Entertainment has produced over 13 feature films for Roland Emmerich, including blockbuster hits like Stargate, Independence Day, The Day After Tomorrow, 10,000 BC, 2012, and White House Down.