Emil Biron was a German actor and director who is best known for Die Weber (1927), Katinka (1918), and Alkohol (1920). Born on January 1, 1878, in Elberfeld, Germany, he began his film career in the late 1910s and had a significant impact on early cinema until his decline in activity in the mid-1920s. He passed away on January 18, 1952, in Potsdam, Germany.
Personal and Family Life
Details about Emil Biron’s personal and family life are scarce. He lived through significant changes in the film industry, witnessing the transition from silent films to sound films. His career flourished in the early days of cinema, but he gradually took on fewer roles as the years progressed.
Death and Legacy
Emil Biron died on January 18, 1952, leaving behind a legacy marked by his contributions to early German cinema. Although not widely known today, his early works were part of the foundation for future film and theatre arts. His last years were characterized by diminished screen appearances, but his earlier performances remain memorable.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Die Csikosbaroneß | 1930-09-10 | Der Pfarrer |
| Mach mich glücklich | 1935-07-04 | Schiffssteward |
| Tischlein deck dich, Eselein streck dich, Knüppel aus dem Sack | 1921-12-09 | Der Dumme – dritter Sohn |
| Das Spiel mit dem Feuer | 1921-05-19 | Der Maler |
| Alkohol | 1920-01-01 | |
| Hundemamachen | 1920-02-13 | |
| Die gute Partie | 1917-12-01 | |
| Das Glück der Frau Beate | 1918-08-02 | |
| Sein Weib | 1918-01-01 | |
| Rosen aus dem Süden | 1934-08-29 | Baron von Stessel |
| Vendetta | 1919-08-22 | Englischer Offizier |