Charlotte Kerr was a German-American actress best known for her roles in “Raumpatrouille – Die phantastischen Abenteuer des Raumschiffes Orion,” “Fleisch,” and “Die Antwort kennt nur der Wind.” She was born on May 29, 1927, in Frankfurt am Main, Hesse, Germany, and passed away on December 28, 2011, in Bern, Switzerland.
Personal and Family Life
Charlotte Kerr was married to the famous Swiss playwright and novelist Friedrich Dürrenmatt from May 1984 until his death in December 1990. She was also previously married to Harry R. Sokal, from whom she later divorced. As a member of the jury for the ‘Official Competition’ at the 21st Berlin International Film Festival in 1971, she contributed to the film community in a significant way.
Career
Kerr had a varied career as both an actress and director. She was widely recognized for her captivating performances in both film and television, appearing in numerous productions throughout her career. Her work spanned several decades, showcasing her talent and versatility in the industry.
Death and Legacy
Charlotte Kerr died on December 28, 2011, in Bern, Switzerland. Her legacy lives on through her notable contributions to film and her impactful performances that continue to be appreciated by audiences today. Kerr is remembered for her significant role in many classic German films and television shows.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Die Antwort kennt nur der Wind | 1974-11-20 | Hilde Hellmann |
| Fleisch | 1979-05-21 | Dr. Jackson |
| Deine Zärtlichkeiten | 1969-11-06 | Mutter |
| Raumpatrouille Orion – Rücksturz ins Kino | 2003-07-24 | Generalin van Dyke (archive footage) |
| Das Wunder des Malachias | 1961-07-03 | Dr. Renate Kellinghus |
| Erinnerst Du Dich? | 1961-12-14 | Winfred Mansfield |
| Karneval in Weiß | 1952-10-30 | Peggy Swenson |
| Un amour de Swann | 1984-02-23 | Bordellchefin |
| Abelard – Die Entmannung | 1977-02-18 | Staatsanwältin |
| Plutonium | 1978-06-25 | Anna Ferroli |
| Versuchung im Sommerwind | 1972-12-28 | |
| Peter und Sabine | 1968-08-08 | Frauenärztin |
| Heißer Sand auf Sylt | 1968-01-12 | Frau Bergmann |
| Sans soleil | 1983-01-01 | Narrator (German Version) (voice) |
| Yester – der Name stimmt doch? | 1971-04-30 | Theresa O’Doul |
| Die Probe oder Die bestrafte Liebe | 1963-02-17 | Hortensie |
| Dein Mund verspricht mir Liebe | 1954-03-26 | |
| Achterloo IV | 1989-01-14 | |
| Berlin Tunnel 21 | 1981-03-25 | Marta Kurzman |
| Edith Head | 1981-10-01 | Narrator |
| Bernhard Wicki: Regisseur | 1989-10-31 | Narrator (voice) |
| Raumpatrouille – Die phantastischen Abenteuer des Raumschiffes Orion | 1966-09-17 | General Lydia van Dyke |
| Der Kommissar | 1969-01-03 | Barbara Rudek |
| Alexander Zwo | 1972-11-25 | Maud |
| Mordkommission | 1973-10-17 | Frau Keunecke |
| Der Andro-Jäger | 1982-08-09 | Chefin Airavab Reileta |
| Graf Yoster gibt sich die Ehre | 1967-09-15 | Emily Alberty |
| Alarm in den Bergen | 1965-02-15 | Carola Mertens |
| Der Alte | 1977-04-11 | Talkmasterin |
| Eichholz & Söhne | 1977-12-12 | Personalleiterin |
| Telerop 2009 – Es ist noch was zu retten | 1974-07-10 | Lydia Keno |
| NDR Talk Show | 1979-02-09 | Self |