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Bruno Ganz

Best known for depicting Hitler, Bruno Ganz is considered one of the most important contemporary actors of German-language cinema.

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Bruno Ganz

Swiss actor Bruno Ganz dies, aged 77

Bruno Ganz, who starred in numerous films, including as Adolf Hitler in "Downfall," has died in Zurich.
CultureFebruary 16, 2019
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KINO - The Movie Magazine | 11.06.2017

KINO showcases the acclaimed drama ‘In Times of Fading Light’ and ‘Beuys’ a documentary about the great artist.
CultureMay 29, 2017

KINO - The Movie Magazine | 03.04.2016

KINO features boxing movie A Heavy Heart, Batman V Superman and revisits German cinema 1966.
April 4, 2016
Bruno Ganz Portrait (Foto: Tobias Hase)

Swiss actor Bruno Ganz turns 75

On his 75th birthday we look back at the rich career of Swiss actor Bruno Ganz.
March 21, 2016
Bruno Ganz as Hitler in "Downfall," Copyright: picture-alliance/dpa".

Bruno Ganz: The actor who mastered Hitler and then moved on

He played Faust, a fallen angel and even Adolf Hitler. Now Swiss-born actor Bruno Ganz is turning 75.
March 21, 2016
Film-Still aus der aktuellen Heidi-Verfilmung von Alain Gsponer von 2015 mit Bruno Ganz, Foto: Studiocanal

Happy 75th birthday, Bruno Ganz!

From Faust to Hitler, Swiss-born actor Bruno Ganz has a plethora of impressive roles to his name. He's now turning 75.
CultureMarch 21, 201613 images
Heidi 2015

Back to Nature - New "Heidi" Movie

German literature classic "Heidi" is back on the big screen with a strong cast.
December 7, 2015
Heidi 2015

Back to nature - New "Heidi" movie

German literature classic "Heidi" is back on the big screen with a strong cast.
CultureDecember 5, 201504:41 min
Heidi 2015, Copyright: Studiocanal

Heidi forever: Switzerland's most famous orphan is back

Which version of Heidi do you know? A new film retelling the Swiss story created over 135 years ago stars Bruno Ganz.
December 3, 2015
Heidi 1974 Japan Anime

9 different versions of Heidi

Heidi is the hero of one of the most popular children's books. Her story has inspired many different adaptations.
December 3, 20159 images
Bruno Ganz Portrait

Actor Bruno Ganz awarded

The "Downfall" star receives another German accolade.
January 19, 2015

Hitler Film Gets Critical Approval in Israel

Oscar-nominated German film "Der Untergang -- The Downfall" has been given a surprising critical approval in Israel by young, old and Holocaust survivors alike, for its mesmerizing depiction of the last days of Hitler.
May 23, 2005