Bruno Eichgrün was an American actor and director who is best known for Frauen, die die Ehe brechen, Der Passagier in der Zwangsjacke, and Nur eine Nacht. He was active during the early silent film era in Germany and made his acting debut in 1916.
Personal and Family Life
Bruno Eichgrün was born on January 1, 1877, in Berlin, Germany. He had a long career in the film industry, transitioning into directing in 1919. Although much of his family life is not well documented, his commitment to filmmaking was evident throughout his life.
Career Highlights
Bruno Eichgrün began his film career during the silent era, gaining recognition as both an actor and a director. He successfully continued to work in films until the mid-1920s, after which he took a long break. He returned to the screen with several roles in German talkies starting in 1933.
Death and Legacy
Bruno Eichgrün passed away on June 2, 1937, in Berlin, Germany, due to a severe intestinal disease. His contributions to the film industry during the silent and early sound film eras are still remembered by cinema enthusiasts. Eichgrün’s work helped shape early German cinema and influenced future filmmakers.
Filmography
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 1935 | His Late Excellency | Actor |
| 1935 | Eine Seefahrt, die ist lustig | Fischer |
| 1935 | Glückspilze | Lehrer |
| 1934 | Bitte ein Autogramm! | Short, Actor |
| 1934 | Ihr größter Erfolg | Actor |
| 1933 | A Certain Mr. Gran | Actor |
| 1929 | Das närrische Glück | Regisseur |
| 1927 | Girls for Sale! | Actor |
| 1925 | Entsiegelte Lippen | Vicomte Gaston de Kerdignac |
| 1923 | Das Kabinett des Dr. Segato | Actor |
| 1922 | Das goldene Haar | Actor |
| 1922 | Die Welt in Flammen. 2. Teil | Polizeipräfekt |
| 1922 | Nur eine Nacht | Nick Carter |
| 1922 | Der Passagier in der Zwangsjacke | Nick Carter |
| 1922 | Frauen, die die Ehe brechen | Nick Carter |