Peter Sturm was an American actor known for his roles in Nackt unter Wölfen, Karla, and Kotorski mornari. He was born on August 24, 1909, in Vienna, Austria-Hungary and passed away on May 11, 1984, in Berlin, German Democratic Republic.
Personal and Family Life
Born as Josef Michel Dischel into a religious Jewish family, Sturm adopted his stage name to pursue acting. He was involved with Austria’s illegal Communist Party and faced imprisonment for six months in 1935. Following Austria’s annexation by Nazi Germany, he was sent to several concentration camps but managed to survive the ordeal.
Career
After World War II, Sturm returned to acting in Vienna, performing at the New Theater in the Scala, which had ties to the Soviet occupation. In 1956, he relocated to East Berlin and continued his successful career in East German cinema and television, becoming well-known for his various roles over the years.
Death and Legacy
Peter Sturm passed away on May 11, 1984, leaving behind a legacy of resilience and talent. He is remembered for his significant contributions to theater and film, particularly in East Germany, where he became a prominent figure in the arts.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Nackt unter Wölfen | 1963-04-10 | Rose |
| Karla | 1965-01-01 | Hartmann |
| Kotorski mornari | 1980-01-31 | Von Gusseck |
| Die Spur führt in den 7. Himmel | 1963-12-12 | Kriminalkommissar Hermann Müller |
| Reserviert für den Tod | 1963-06-07 | Zugschaffner |
| Eine alte Liebe | 1959-10-04 | Heinrich Rantsch |
| Der Moorhund | 1960-12-25 | Karl Schultz |
| Die Liebe und die Königin | 1977-01-02 | Joshua |
| Professor Mamlock | 1961-05-17 | Dr. Hirsch |
| Chirurgus Johann Paul Schroth | 1981-03-22 | Meister Roland |
| Heroin | 1968-03-14 | Doboka |
| Sommerwege | 1960-09-02 | Kleinmann |
| Lebende Ware | 1966-06-10 | Mahlmann |
| Max und siebeneinhalb Jungen | 1980-12-05 | Max |
| Die Kolonie | 1981-09-04 | |
| Der Koffer | 1983-12-16 | Narrator (voice) |
| Ware für Katalonien | 1959-03-06 | Mr. Dupont |
| Martin Luther | 1983-10-09 |