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Christian Petzold

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Born September 14, 1960 · Hilden, Germany

Biography

Christian Petzold is a German film director and screenwriter. Petzold is part of the 21st century Berlin School film movement. His films have received international recognition and acclaim. He is known for his frequent collaborations with actresses Nina Hoss and Paula Beer. Petzold won the Silver Bear for Best Director for his film Barbara (2012) at the 62nd Berlin International Film Festival.

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Awards & recognition

  • Officer's Cross of the Order of Merit of the Federal Republic of Germany · 2021
  • Helmut Käutner Prize · 2013
  • Silver Bear — Best Director · 2012
  • Romy
  • European Film Award — Best Film · 2020 · nominated
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  • European Film Award — Best Film · 2012 · nominated
  • European Film Award – People's Choice Award — Best European Film · 2012 · nominated

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