Karl Brenk was an American actor, best known for Ernst Thälmann – Führer seiner Klasse (1955), Trace of Stones (1966), and Leuchtfeuer (1954). He was born on November 9, 1904, in Hamburg, Germany, and died on April 9, 1989, in East Berlin, German Democratic Republic.
Personal and Family Life
Karl Brenk was born in a vibrant city during a time of great change in Germany. Little is known about his family background, but his career in acting began in the mid-20th century, where he gained recognition for his performances in various films.
Career
Brenk’s acting career spanned several decades, and he became known for his roles in both films and television. His most notable works include leading roles in prominent German films during the 1950s and 1960s, contributing to the cultural landscape of East German cinema.
Death and Legacy
Karl Brenk passed away on April 9, 1989, leaving behind a legacy of significant contributions to film and television. His work continues to be remembered by fans and historians of German cinema, reflecting the artistic endeavors of that era.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Ernst Thälmann – Führer seiner Klasse | 1955-10-06 | |
| Am grauen Strand, am grauen Meer | 1980-04-05 | Postbote |
| Bootsmann auf der Scholle | 1963-01-11 | Narrator |
| Reife Kirschen | 1973-12-06 | Hotel Doorman |
| Spur der Steine | 1966-06-30 | Franz Büchner |
| Herbstzeit | 1979-12-11 | |
| Ernst Thälmann – Sohn seiner Klasse | 1954-03-09 | Hinnerk |
| Schlösser und Katen | 1957-02-09 | farmer Kanne |
| Das Lied der Matrosen | 1958-11-09 | Chaplain |
| Leuchtfeuer | 1954-12-03 | Matrose |
| Die Geschichte vom Fischer und seiner Frau | 1976-07-09 | |
| Verwandte und Bekannte | 1971-10-16 | |
| Blaulicht | 1959-08-20 | Bellermann |
| Polizeiruf 110 | 1971-06-27 | Kuddel |
| Polizeiruf 110 | 1971-06-27 | Herr Hansen |