Karl Beckersachs was an American actor known for his roles in Die gestohlene Seele, Gentlemen-Gauner, and Frauen, die der Abgrund verschlingt. He had a significant career in film that began in the early 1910s.
Personal and Family Life
Karl Beckersachs was born on September 26, 1886, in Neuenhain, Bad Soden, Hesse, Germany. He was married to Maria Katharina Freiin von Schenk zu Schweinsberg from 1908 until their divorce in 1925. Karl’s career in the theater began in Darmstadt, and he later acted in various cities, including Aachen and Berlin.
Career
Karl Beckersachs was one of the pioneers in German cinema, starting his film career in 1912. He gained recognition for his performances in early silent films and became well-regarded in the German acting community. His notable work includes several films throughout the 1910s and 1920s, showcasing his versatility as an actor and director.
Death and Legacy
Karl Beckersachs passed away on March 31, 1951, in Bad Kreuznach, Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany. His contributions to early German cinema left a lasting impact on the film industry. Beckersachs is remembered as a talented actor who was instrumental in the development of film performance during the silent film era.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Die Geliebte seiner Hoheit | 1929-01-07 | Prinz v. Cypern |
| Verlieb Dich nicht am Bodensee | 1935-12-21 | Sekretär von Niehusen |
| Ein Walzertraum | 1926-03-14 | Erzherzog Peter Franz |
| Die Brigantin von New York | 1924-04-23 | |
| Die fünf Frankfurter | 1922-10-04 | Herzog vom Taunus |
| Durchlaucht Hypochonder | 1918-01-25 | Prinz Dago von Doratzo |
| Halbseide | 1925-11-26 | Kurt/Arthur von Hiller |
| Frauen, die der Abgrund verschlingt | 1918-12-01 |