From the Sideline
2015 | 112 min | Biography
In the 1970s, Peter Brückner was an iconic figure of the German New Left and was the first university professor to lose tenure for political reasons.
Simon Brückner
ActorDirectorSimon Brückner is a German actor known for his work in both film and television. He has appeared in several successful German productions such as "Tatort", "Babylon Berlin", and "Dark". Brückner is praised for his versatile acting skills and ability to portray a wide range of characters convincingly. While there is not much information available about awards specifically won by Simon Brückner, his performances have been appreciated by both audiences and critics alike.
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2019 | 99 min | Documentary
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