Frederik Buch
Danish actor and screenwriter
Born
December 8th, 1875
149 years ago
Died
1925
100 years ago — 50 years old
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
Denmark
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Buch participated in the early 20th-century Danish film scene, contributing as both an actor and a screenwriter. His work spanned several silent films during the 1910s and 1920s, showcasing his versatility in both fields. Buch also involved himself in stage productions, augmenting his contributions to the Danish performing arts.
Appeared in 'Den hvite Dronning'
Contributed to 'Manden uden Fremtid'
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