Helma Sanders-Brahms

Directing

Freshness: Jan 22, 2026

6Total Films

5.7 Highest Rated

Born: Nov 20, 1940

Birth Place: Emden, Germany

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Helma Sanders-Brahms reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 6 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Helma Sanders-Brahms'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 0% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Helma Sanders-Brahms remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Future of Emily, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Helma Sanders-Brahms Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Helma Sanders-Brahms's career based on audience ratings.

★5.7

★5.7

The Future of Emily: Emily, a child, stays with her bourgeois grandparents during frequent periods when her mother makes films. Isabelle wrap

The Future of Emily

1985•Drama

★3.5

Under the Pavement Lies the Strand (1975) movie poster

★3.5

Under the Pavement Lies the Strand: West Berlin, 1974. The revolution didn't happen like it was supposed. Grischa, a 30-year-old actress dissatisfied with s

Under the Pavement Lies the Strand

1975•Drama

★2.8

★2.8

Shirin's Wedding: In order to be reunited with Mahmood (Ören), a man she was promised to as a young girl, 20-year-old Shirin (Erten) leave

Shirin's Wedding

1976•Drama

★0.0

Die industrielle Reservearmee (1971) movie poster

★0.0

Die industrielle Reservearmee: Interviews and images from the work and leisure time of guest workers in the Federal Republic are combined into a milita

Die industrielle Reservearmee

1971•Documentary

★0.0

★0.0

Hermann My Father: "Hermann mein Vater" is a companion piece by director Helma Sanders-Brahms to her 1980 film "Germany Pale Mother". The l

Hermann My Father

1987•Documentary

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Helma Sanders-Brahms.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
1999	Muttertier - Muttermensch	Self	Flop	Similar →
1987	Hermann My Father	Self	Flop	Similar →
1985	The Future of Emily	-	Average	Similar →
1976	Shirin's Wedding	Narrator (voice)	Flop	Similar →
1975	Under the Pavement Lies the Strand	Narrator (voice)	Flop	Similar →
1971	Die industrielle Reservearmee	Narrator (voice)	Flop	Similar →

Helma Sanders-Brahms - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Helma Sanders-Brahms?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Helma Sanders-Brahms is "The Future of Emily" with a rating of 5.7/10.

How many movies has Helma Sanders-Brahms acted in?

Helma Sanders-Brahms has been featured in at least 6 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Helma Sanders-Brahms?

Other notable films include "Under the Pavement Lies the Strand", "Shirin's Wedding", and "Die industrielle Reservearmee".