Ortrud Beginnen was a German actress who is best known for One or the Other, The Castle, and Geierwally. She was born on February 5, 1938, in Hamburg, Germany, and passed away from cancer on January 19, 1999, in Stuttgart, Germany.
Personal and Family Life
Ortrud Beginnen lived most of her life in Germany, where she developed her acting career. Not much is known about her family, but her passion for acting was evident through her various performances in films and television.
Career
Ortrud Beginnen had a diverse career in the entertainment industry, appearing in many films and television shows from the 1960s to the 1990s. She portrayed various characters, showcasing her versatility as an actress in both dramatic and comedic roles.
Death and Legacy
Ortrud Beginnen died on January 19, 1999, after battling cancer. Her contributions to German cinema and television are remembered fondly, and she remains an influential figure for aspiring actors in the region.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Martha | 1974-05-28 | Erna |
| Im Himmel ist die Hölle los | 1984-10-31 | Edeltraud Storch |
| Pappa ante Portas | 1991-02-21 | Gertrud Mielke |
| Die Geierwally | 1988-01-28 | Genoveva |
| Das Schloß | 1997-09-06 | Brückenwirtin |
| Der Fluch | 1988-11-30 | Ältere Frau |
| Einer von uns beiden | 1974-04-22 | Babsy |
| Hamburger Gift | 1992-12-02 | Mitarbeiter Hercules |
| Schlafende Hunde | 1992-03-22 | Frau Gellhorn |
| Heinrich Zille | 1977-11-16 | – |
| Das Mädchen mit den Feuerzeugen | 1987-12-17 | Heimleiterin |
| 1 Berlin-Harlem | 1974-01-01 | – |
| Einer zahlt immer | 1992-01-01 | – |
| Baby Hamilton oder Das kommt in den besten Familien vor | 1975-12-13 | Jeanette |
| Shirins Hochzeit | 1976-01-20 | Betty |
| Stellenweise Glatteis | 1975-01-01 | – |
| Jimmy Orpheus | 1966-10-10 | Mädchen |
| Geliebter Mörder | 1972-08-01 | Rita |
| Der Gartenkrieg | 1993-01-01 | – |
| Brautwerbung | 1971-07-10 | Else Kulinat |
| Tonys Freunde | 1969-07-09 | Nana Balot |
| Der Fahnder | 1984-09-21 | Sigrun |
| Beschlossen und verkündet | 1975-06-12 | Ortrud von Redwitz |
| Der ganz normale Wahnsinn | 1979-01-01 | Radiomoderatorin |
| Lukas | 1996-03-03 | Renate Dohse |
| Bella Block | 1994-03-26 | Hermine |
| Die schnelle Gerdi | 1989-11-12 | – |
| Je später der Abend | 1973-03-18 | Self |
| Mitternachtsspitzen | 1988-09-17 | Self |
| Schnick-Schnack | 1975-04-15 | Self |
| Lokaltermin | 1973-04-17 | Fräulein Ida |
| Deutscher Kleinkunstpreis | 1972-01-01 | Self |