Helma Sanders-Brahms

German film director and screenwriter

Helma Sanders-Brahms - German film director and screenwriter
Born

November 20th, 1940
84 years ago

Died

May 27th, 2014
11 years ago — 73 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

Germany

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A prolific figure in German cinema, this director and screenwriter contributed significantly to the film industry with a focus on women's narratives. Works included a notable adaptation of 'Germany, Pale Mother' which explored the impact of World War II on personal lives. The director also produced television films that highlighted socio-political themes in Germany. Noteworthy projects featured collaborations with prominent actors and contributed to the discourse surrounding post-war German identity, portraying struggles and resilience.

Directed 'Germany, Pale Mother'

Produced 'The Promise'

Wrote screenplays that addressed social issues

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