I should have held on to the chandelier
2020 | 70 min | Documentary
As a clown duo, ‘Illi & Olli’ lived the dream at Circus Roncalli. Until reality caught up with them.
Ulrike Hauenstein
ActorUlrike Hauenstein is a German actress known for her work in both film and television. She has appeared in a variety of German productions, including films such as "Lena Fauch: Vergebung" and "Wir wollten ans Meer." Hauenstein has received critical acclaim for her performances and has been nominated for several awards throughout her career.
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