Achim von Borries
WritingAbout Achim von Borries
Achim von Borries, born 1968 in Munich, studied History, Political Science and Philosophy from 1989 to 1993 at the Freie Universität Berlin. In 1992 he continued his studies at the German Film and Television Academy (dffb). Borries was highly praised for his impressive screen debut ENGLAND! (2000), which was also his graduating film at the dffb. ENGLAND! ran successfully at several festivals and won 15 international awards including two from the German Film Critics Award in 2002 (Best Screenplay and Best Cinematography for Jutta Pohlmann). It was followed by his second directorial feature film LOVE IN THOUGHTS starring August Diehl, Daniel Brühl and Anna Maria Mühe in the main roles, which celebrated its premiere at the prestigious Sundance Film Festival in the USA in 2004. Together with his sister Bettine he wrote the screen adaptations of the classic children’s books THE THREE ROBBERS, MULLEWAPP and LILLI THE WITCH. Achim von Borries has directed episodes of well-known German television series such as "Unter Verdacht" with Senta Berger. In 2010 for the 40th anniversary of the “Tatort” crime series, he directed the anniversary episode “Wie einst Lilly”, which also marked Ulrich Tukur’s debut as a “Tatort” police inspector.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Achim von Borries reveals a career defined by exceptional commercial consistency. With a total of 1 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Achim von Borries's filmography leans towards the Drama genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 100% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Achim von Borries remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Paul Is Dead, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Achim von Borries Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Achim von Borries's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Achim von Borries.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | Paul Is Dead | The one and only Billy Shears | Hit | Similar → |
Achim von Borries - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Achim von Borries?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Achim von Borries is "Paul Is Dead" with a rating of 7.0/10.
How many movies has Achim von Borries acted in?
Achim von Borries has been featured in at least 1 major films throughout their career.