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Director
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Political Party
Communist Party of Germany
Languages
German
Education
Technical University of Munich
Zodiac Sign
♒ Aquarius
Chinese Zodiac
猪 Pig
Name Origin
English < German
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Kurt Maetzig is known for directing.
Born in Berlin, Germany (died at age 101).
3 awards including National Prize of East Germany.
Kurt Maetzig has 22 credits in our database.
Studied at Array.
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Filmography (22)
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National Prize of East Germany
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Star of People's Friendship
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Patriotic Order of Merit in Gold
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Biography
Kurt Maetzig was a German film director who had a significant effect on the film industry in the German Democratic Republic. He was also artistic director of the DEFA film studio.
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How old was Kurt Maetzig?
Kurt Maetzig was born on and passed away on at the age of 101.
Where was Kurt Maetzig born?
Kurt Maetzig was born in Berlin, Germany.
What movies or shows has Kurt Maetzig been in?
Kurt Maetzig has 22 credits in our database. Notable titles include Mann Gegen Mann (1975), Das Mädchen auf dem Brett (1967), The Banner of Krivoy Rog (1967), The Rabbit Is Me (1965), Preludio 11 (1964).
What is Kurt Maetzig known for?
Kurt Maetzig is primarily known as a director. Kurt Maetzig was a German film director who had a significant effect on the film industry in the German Democratic Republic. He was also artistic…
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