Erich von Stroheim

Erich von Stroheim

Acting22nd September 1885(died at 71)Vienna, Austria-Hungary [now Austria]92 titles

Erich von Stroheim (September 22, 1885 – May 12, 1957) was a multifaceted Austrian-American actor, director, and writer known for his contributions to cinema during the silent film era. He was renowned for his meticulous attention to detail as a director and for portraying intense, often morally ambiguous characters on screen. Stroheim gained fame for directing and starring in films like "Greed" and "The Merry Widow." His style was marked by elaborate storytelling and a commitment to realism. Stroheim's career was impactful, though often marked by conflicts with studios due to his uncompromising vision, which led to some of his films being heavily edited against his wishes.

Born

22nd September 1885 · Vienna, Austria-Hungary [now Austria]

Died

12th May 1957

Known for

Acting

Also known as

Erich Stroheim, Eric von Stroheim, 에리히 폰 슈트로하임, 에리히 폰 스트로하임

Links

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Known for

Intolerance: Love's Struggle Throughout the Ages

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Filmography

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