Christian Bummerstaedt was a German actor best known for his work in the films Wallenstein, 1. Teil – Wallensteins Macht, Wallenstein, 2. Teil – Wallensteins Tod, and Slums of Berlin.
Personal and Family Life
Christian Bummerstaedt was born on February 6, 1887, in Scharmbeck, Germany. He initially studied architecture in Munich and received several awards at a young age. Besides acting, he also worked as an author and designer for an advertising office during the 1910s.
Career
Bummerstaedt began his film career in 1924 with a significant role in the German film Zur Chronik von Grieshuus, marking the start of his regular appearances in cinema. He gained further recognition for his portrayal of the prince in the 1927 film Die Hose and for playing Max Piccolomini in a two-part adaptation of Wallenstein. His acting career slowed down towards the end of the 1920s, with his last film appearance being in 1932.
Death and Legacy
Christian Bummerstaedt passed away on July 28, 1935, in Berlin, Germany. His contributions to German cinema, particularly during the silent film era, remain notable. Despite a brief career, his performances are still remembered, especially in significant adaptations of classical works.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Die Verrufenen | 1925-08-28 | Regines Bruder |
| Die Hose | 1927-08-19 | Fürst |
| Wallenstein, 1. Teil – Wallensteins Macht | 1925-05-20 | |
| Wallenstein, 2. Teil – Wallensteins Tod | 1925 | |
| Slums of Berlin | 1925 |