Emil Rameau was an American actor known for his roles in Gaslight, Colomba, and Der Ring der drei Wünsche. Born on August 13, 1878, in Berlin, Germany, he became prominent in both stage and screen acting before passing away on September 9, 1957, in Berlin.
Personal and Family Life
Emil Rameau began his acting career on stage, making his debut in 1898 in Shakespeare’s Julius Caesar. He was a well-respected stage actor in Germany and worked extensively with Max Reinhardt, a notable theater director. Rameau left his home country in 1933 due to the political climate, moving to various countries before reaching the United States. He returned to Germany around 1950, continuing his acting career at the Schiller Theater.
Career
Rameau became known for his work in German silent films starting as early as 1915. During his time in Hollywood as a refugee, he often played more distinguished roles, unlike many of his contemporaries who were pigeonholed into playing Nazis. His film career in Germany began to wind down in the early 1930s, but he remained a sought-after actor for decades.
Death and Legacy
Emil Rameau passed away on September 9, 1957, in Berlin, Germany. His contributions to both theater and film left a lasting impression on the arts, showcasing his talent across several countries. Even after his death, Rameau is remembered for his distinguished performances and his ability to portray complex characters.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Where There’s Life | 1947-11-21 | Dr. Josefsberg |
| The Ghost Goes Wild | 1947-08-08 | Prof. Jacques Dubonnet |
| Gaslight | 1944-05-04 | Maestro Guardi |
| Das Leben ein Traum | 1916-01-01 | Vater |
| The Main Street Kid | 1948-01-01 | Max |
| Greenwich Village | 1944-09-27 | Kavosky |
| Scotland Yard Investigator | 1945-09-30 | Professor Renault |
| Das wandernde Licht | 1916-09-01 | Major von Glassner |
| Der Mann im Spiegel | 1916-01-01 | |
| Der standhafte Benjamin | 1917-03-23 | |
| Sklaven fremden Willens | 1920-01-03 | Peter Hain |
| Mission to Moscow | 1943-04-29 | Ignacy Paderewski (uncredited) |
| Die Benefiz-Vorstellung der vier Teufel | 1920-11-01 | |
| Föhn | 1920-08-20 | |
| Wilhelm Tell | 1923-08-22 | |
| Die Lieblingsfrau des Maharadscha | 1921-01-20 | |
| Lilli | 1919-11-18 | |
| So Dark the Night | 1946-10-10 | |
| Two Sisters from Boston | 1946-06-06 | Nervous Conductor (uncredited) |
| Faschingszauber | 1927-02-01 | |
| Möblierte Zimmer | 1929-03-29 | |
| Sword in the Desert | 1949-08-24 | Old Man – Dov’s Father |
| Time Out of Mind | 1947-05-03 | Alfred Stern |
| Die Pantherbraut | 1919-07-01 | |
| Stein unter Steinen | 1917-01-01 | Zarncke |
| Der rote Henker | 1920-01-01 | Wilhelm |
| Das deutsche Lied | 1928-11-06 | Heinrich von der Vogelweide |
| The Great Sinner | 1949-06-29 | Fearful Old Man (uncredited) |
| Arthur Imhoff | 1916-01-04 | Ernst Kerber |