Alfred Gerasch was a German actor who is best known for his roles in Hundert Tage, Königin Luise, and Marschall Vorwärts. He had a lengthy career in theater before transitioning to film later in life.
Personal and Family Life
Alfred Gerasch was born on August 17, 1877, in Berlin, Germany. He began his acting career on stage in 1896 and became a well-known figure at the Vienna Burgtheater starting in 1907. Throughout his career, he was part of a prestigious group known as the “Königlich-Kaiserlichen Hofschauspielern.” He was often seen on stage as a romantic lead or an ensemble member.
Career Highlights
Although Alfred started his film career at the age of 40, he quickly gained recognition as a character actor. He frequently portrayed historical figures, senior military officers, or aristocrats, showcasing his range and talent. He participated in various films during the 1920s and 1930s. However, his film appearances declined with the onset of World War II, and he only acted in one movie after the war.
Death and Legacy
Alfred Gerasch passed away on August 12, 1955, in Vienna, Austria. His contributions to the theater and film industry left a lasting impact, particularly in his portrayal of significant historical characters. Despite a challenging end to his film career, his earlier work remains noteworthy.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Frühjahrsparade | 1934-09-20 | |
| Mutterlied | 1937-12-21 | Director |
| 1914, die letzten Tage vor dem Weltbrand | 1931-01-20 | Franz Conrad von Hötzendorf |
| Napoleon auf St. Helena | 1929-11-07 | Tsar Alexander I |
| So endete eine Liebe | 1934-10-17 | |
| Trenck – Der Roman einer großen Liebe | 1932-10-27 | General Seydlitz |
| Marschall Vorwärts | 1932-11-23 | Metternich |
| Der Kongress tanzt | 1931-09-29 | Französischer Gesandter |
| Fridericus | 1937-02-08 | Field Marshal General Daun |
| Der Meineidbauer | 1926-11-28 | Franz, deren Sohn |
| Väter und Söhne | 1930-11-28 | Karl-Magnus de Lorche |
| Eine Million Dollar | 1921-11-25 | |
| Time Is Money | 1923-07-19 | Georg de Gobert |
| Dagfin | 1926-12-20 | |
| Die Tragödie eines Verlorenen | 1927-02-10 | |
| Die Legende von der heiligen Simplicia | 1920-10-08 | Knight Rochus |
| Das Mädel aus der Provinz | 1929-01-01 | |
| Die Schuld der Lavinia Morland | 1921-02-01 | |
| Seine Exzellenz von Madagaskar. 1. Das Mädchen aus der Fremde | 1922-01-06 | |
| Zauber der Bohème | 1937-01-01 | Francois Vernier |
| Adrian Vanderstraaten | 1919-01-01 | Adrian Vanderstraaten |
| Ariane | 1931-02-09 | The Doctor |
| Schatten der Weltstadt | 1925-11-16 | |
| Leichtsinnige Jugend | 1931-07-18 | |
| Marquis d’Eon, der Spion der Pompadour | 1928-09-06 | Ludwig XV |