Ostravaganza
By Martin Miotk
2022 | 103 min | Independent
Pittiplatsch, star of GDR children's television has a dark secret. Pitti was an avant-garde artist and informer for the state security service.
Dagmar Gelbke
ActorDagmar Gelbke is a seasoned German actress renowned for her work in both stage and screen. Over the years, she has become a familiar face in German cinema and television, showcasing her versatile acting abilities across a broad spectrum of genres. Some of her notable film appearances include roles in productions like "Ete und Ali" (1985) and "Coming Out" (1989), a seminal East German film that dealt with LGBTQ themes. In addition to her film work, she has also been active in various television series and made-for-TV movies. Though there is limited public information about specific awards she may have received, Dagmar Gelbke's consistent presence and performances in the German entertainment industry mark her as a respected and accomplished actress.
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