Peter Spirer: Peter Spirer. Producer: Sacheen. Peter Spirer was born in New York City. His rock group The Toyz opened for Joan Jett, Survivor, Motorhead, Zebra and the Ramones. While playing in the band he began directing music videos, corporate films, commercials and MTV spots. His first documentary, _Blood Ties: The Life and Work of Sally Mann (1993)_, was nominated for an Academy Award.