Oliver Hirschbiegel
Director

Oliver Hirschbiegel Net Worth

Oliver Hirschbiegel is a German director, actor, and writer born in Hamburg in 1957. After leaving high school, he studied painting and graphism at the Academy of Arts in Hamburg, where he also began experimenting with video and photography. His experimental films caught the attention of German TV producers, and he became popular for his TV dramas and thrillers. His first feature film, "Das Experiment," was released in 2001 and won awards at festivals around the world. His second movie, "Mein letzter Film," was a 90-minute monologue about a woman in her fifties. His most successful film to date is "Downfall," released in 2004, which tells the story of the last 12 days of Adolf Hitler's life. Hirschbiegel has become known for his intense dramas set in claustrophobic environments.
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Age, Biography and Wiki

Who is it? Director, Actor, Writer
Birth Day December 29, 1957
Birth Place  Hamburg, Germany, Germany
Age 66 YEARS OLD
Birth Sign Capricorn
Occupation Film director
Years active 1986–present

💰 Net worth

Oliver Hirschbiegel, a renowned director, actor, and writer from Germany, is projected to have a net worth ranging from $100K to $1M by the year 2024. With his diverse skill set, Hirschbiegel has made significant contributions to the filmmaking industry, earning both critical acclaim and commercial success. Recognized for his directorial work on notable films like "Downfall," which garnered widespread international recognition, he has also showcased his acting talents in various roles. With his multifaceted abilities and notable achievements, Hirschbiegel's net worth is likely to continue growing in the coming years.

Biography/Timeline

1986

Hirschbiegel was born in Hamburg, Germany. A Waldorf graduate, Hirschbiegel studied painting and graphic arts, later film, at the Hamburg University of Fine Arts. In 1986, he directed his first film, the made-for-TV movie Das Go! Projekt, the script for which he had written himself. He became a successful TV Director, directing numerous episodes of the Tatort and Kommissar Rex series. His first theatrical release was the well-received movie Das Experiment.

2004

In 2004, he attracted world-wide attention with the film Der Untergang (released in English-speaking countries as Downfall), produced by Bernd Eichinger. It recounts Adolf Hitler's last days, and sparked an extensive debate in Germany over the portrayal of Nazi Leaders. The film was a critical and commercial success, winning numerous awards and a nomination for the Academy Award for the best foreign film. One scene from the film has become the basis for a widespread viral video phenomenon.

2013

His film 13 Minutes was selected to be screened out of competition at the 65th Berlin International Film Festival.

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