Captain Berlin versus Hitler
2009 | 75 min | Icons & Media Art
1973: Adolf Hitler's former personal physician Ilse von Blitzen wants to revive the dictator. Only Captain Berlin can stop her.
Claudia Steiger
ActorClaudia Steiger is a notable figure in the film industry, though there is limited information available about her wide-ranging contributions to cinema. She has been involved in various projects either in an acting or directing capacity, showcasing her versatile talents within the industry. Specific films and awards associated with Claudia Steiger are not widely documented, suggesting that her work might be more niche or under the radar in mainstream media.
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The painter of the strange country …
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The Statics - Engineering Memory Bridges (Die Statik der Eselsbrücken)
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Everyday
2002 | 91 min | Drama
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The German Chainsaw Massacre
1990 | 60 min | Timeless
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