Moritz Bleibtreu

Moritz Bleibtreu is one of Germany's most famous actors and has been impressing audiences for decades with his versatility and charismatic presence. In Fatih Akin's film SOUL KITCHEN (2009), he gives a convincing performance in the role of the impulsive Illias, who supports his brother in the chaotic struggle to take over a restaurant in Hamburg. Bleibtreu brings humor and heart to the fast-paced comedy, which is about friendship, family and the struggle for happiness. His performance in SOUL KITCHEN once again highlights his ability to bring characters to life and make them relatable – and cements his status as the darling of the German film audience. In addition to SOUL KITCHEN, Moritz Bleibtreu has established himself as a fixture in international and German cinema with numerous other successful films. In classics such as “Run Lola Run” (1998) and “The Experiment” (2001), he showed his impressive versatility. With his role in the Oscar-winning “The Lives of Others” (2006) and the gripping thriller “The Baader Meinhof Complex” (2008), he once again demonstrated his talent for intense and complex characters. He also expanded his repertoire in international productions such as “World War Z” (2013). Bleibtreu remains one of Germany's most versatile actors, convincing in both art house and mainstream cinema.