Wenders

Wenders is a German surname. Its usage is primarily in German-speaking regions, and it is most widely recognized internationally for Wim Wenders, a filmmaker born in 1945 in Düsseldorf. Wim Wenders is a prominent figure in the tradition known as New German Cinema, and his work spans feature films, documentaries, and photography. His films are noted for their formal precision, travelogue elements, and humanist themes, and several titles have achieved international distribution and acclaim. Notable works include Paris, Texas and Wings of Desire, among others. He has collaborated with actors and crews across Europe and the United States and has received numerous awards and honors throughout his career.

The exact etymology of the surname Wenders is not clearly documented in common reference works. It is generally considered a German-language surname, and its geographic distribution is concentrated in Germany and among German-speaking communities in neighboring countries.