Renate Müller was a German actress, known for her roles in “Victor and Victoria,” “The Office Girl,” and “Liebling der Götter.” She was a prominent figure in the late 1920s Berlin film scene and became renowned for her beauty and talent.
Personal and Family Life
Renate Müller was born on April 26, 1906, in Munich, Germany. She came from a privileged background, with her father working as a newspaper editor and her mother as a painter. From a young age, she showed a passion for acting and pursued her dreams in theater, becoming a well-known performer in Berlin’s vibrant arts scene.
Career
Müller gained fame in the late 1920s, becoming a popular star alongside another famous actress, Marlene Dietrich. She appeared in several successful films, including “The Office Girl” in 1931, which catapulted her to stardom. Despite the oppressive political climate as the Nazis rose to power, she remained in Germany, facing challenges as the regime forced her into propaganda films.
Death and Legacy
Tragically, Renate Müller died on October 7, 1937, at the age of 31. Reports about her death vary, with some sources suggesting it was an accident, while others speculate it could have been suicide or even murder due to her opposition to the Nazi regime. Her untimely death led to immense sorrow among her fans, and her contribution to German cinema is still remembered today.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Liebling der Götter | 1930-10-13 | Agathe |
| Eskapade | 1936-09-01 | Madame Hélène |
| Allotria | 1936-06-11 | Viola |
| Walzerkrieg | 1933-10-03 | Kati Lanner |
| Das Flötenkonzert von Sans-Souci | 1930-12-19 | Blanche von Lindeneck |
| Die englische Heirat | 1934-10-31 | Gerte Winter |
| Wenn die Liebe Mode macht | 1932-12-21 | Nelly |
| Der kleine Seitensprung | 1931-08-13 | Erika Heller |
| Liselotte von der Pfalz | 1935-08-07 | Liselotte von der Pfalz |
| Togger | 1937-02-12 | Hanna Breitenbach |
| Liebesleute | 1935-10-17 | Dorothea Rainer |
| Saison in Kairo | 1933-07-19 | Stefanie von Weidling-Weidling |
| Mädchen zum Heiraten | 1932-04-14 | Gerda Arnhold |
| Revolte im Erziehungshaus | 1930-01-08 | Hausvaters Tochter |
| Liebe im Ring | 1930-03-17 | Hilde |
| Die Privatsekretärin | 1931-01-16 | Vilma Förster |
| Der Sohn der weißen Berge | 1930-08-12 | Mary Dulac |
| Sunshine Susie | 1931-12-06 | Susie Surster |
| Wie sag’ ich’s meinem Mann? | 1933-01-16 | Charlotte Oltendorff |
| Marry Me | 1932-10-05 | Ann Linden |
| Die Blumenfrau von Lindenau | 1931-03-13 | Viktoria Thoss |
| Viktor und Viktoria | 1933-12-27 | Susanne Lohr |
| Teure Heimat | 1929-07-31 | Gretchen Jürgen |
| Peter, der Matrose | 1929-05-14 |