Otto Hartmann was an Austrian actor known for his roles in movies such as Les saltimbanques (1930), Vorstadtvariete (1935), and Der letzte Kampf der Donau-Monarchie (1930). He was born on January 22, 1904, in Vienna, Austria, and passed away on March 14, 1994, in the same city.
Personal and Family Life
Otto Hartmann started his career in the theater and performed at prestigious venues like the Burgtheater in Vienna. In the 1930s, he transitioned to films, taking on supporting roles. After 1957, he worked as a commercial clerk to support himself.
Involvement in Resistance Movements
Otto was involved with the Grössösterreichische Freiheitsbewegung resistance movement during the war. However, in 1940, he betrayed the group to the Gestapo, leading to the arrest of nearly 200 members, with twelve being sentenced to death. Later, he managed to join a different movement, the KPÖ, but was again involved in infiltration when this group was also apprehended.
Death and Legacy
Otto Hartmann died on March 14, 1994, in Vienna, Austria, leaving behind a controversial legacy due to his actions during the war. Despite his film career, his betrayal of fellow resistance members is a significant aspect of his life story.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Vorstadtvarieté | 1935-01-17 | Leutnant von Daffinger |
| Singende Jugend | 1936-04-10 | Schmidt, Kapellmeister |
| Vater Radetzky | 1929-09-13 | Lorenz Hauser |
| Champagner | 1929-03-29 | Marcel |
| Das Schicksal einer schönen Frau | 1931-12-31 | Baron Terhausen |
| Vagabund | 1930-06-16 | |
| Der weiße Traum | 1943-10-04 | Poldi |
| Die Jugend am Scheideweg | 1929-10-01 | Hans |
| Burgtheater | 1936-12-25 | vorsprechender Schauspieler |
| Stürmisch die Nacht | 1931-04-04 |