Dennis Gansel
DirectingAbout Dennis Gansel
Dennis Gansel (born 4 October 1973) is a German film director, writer and actor. Gansel was born in 1973 in Hanover, Germany. He grew up in East Berlin and started making films when he was 17. Gansel worked in the festivals for film and television and with disabled people. During this time, he prepared himself for film school. He studied at Munich Film School HFF where he studied for 5 years. Gansel is best known for directing The Wave and his following project; the vampire film We Are The Night, which starred Karoline Herfurth, Nina Hoss, Jennifer Ulrich, Anna Fischer and Max Riemelt. Other than directing, Gansel has also tried acting. He has had several small roles in his own movies as wells as others. Gansel frequently casts Max Riemelt in his films and frequently works with editor Jochen Retter and composer/musician Heiko Maile. His favourite director is Sydney Pollack. Description above from the Wikipedia article Dennis Gansel, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Dennis Gansel Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Dennis Gansel reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 5 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Dennis Gansel's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 40% of Dennis Gansel's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains The Wave, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Dennis Gansel Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Dennis Gansel's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Dennis Gansel has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | Room 205 of Fear | Psychiatrist | Flop | Similar → |
| 2009 | Men in the City | Lars | Average | Similar → |
| 2008 | The Wave | Martin | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2004 | Before the Fall | - | Hit | Similar → |
| N/A | Im Auftrag des Herrn | Ben | Flop | Similar → |
Dennis Gansel - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Dennis Gansel?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Dennis Gansel is "The Wave" with a rating of 7.5/10.
How many movies has Dennis Gansel acted in?
Dennis Gansel has been featured in at least 5 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Dennis Gansel?
Other notable films include "Before the Fall", "Men in the City", and "Room 205 of Fear".