Peter Lilienthal
DirectingAbout Peter Lilienthal
His family emigrated to Uruguay in 1939. 1956 scholarship at the Hochschule der Kuenste (HDK) in Berlin, Germany. Between 1959 and 1964 he worked at the German TV channel Suedwestfunk, first as an assistant, later as a director. 1967/68 he was lecturer at the Deutsche Film- und Fernsehakademie in Berlin. Co-founder of the German distributor Filmverlag der Autoren. Since 1985 headmaster of the section Film- und Medienkunst at the Akademie der Kuenste in Berlin.
Peter Lilienthal Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Peter Lilienthal reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 10 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Peter Lilienthal's work falls within the Documentary genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 30% of Peter Lilienthal'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 American Friend, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Peter Lilienthal Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Peter Lilienthal's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Peter Lilienthal has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | Michael Ballhaus - Eine Reise durch mein Leben | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2008 | Counter Shot: Departure of the Filmmakers | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | Who is Helene Schwarz? | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2002 | Starbuck Holger Meins | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2001 | Ein Fremder | Narrator (voice) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1984 | Julius geht nach Amerika | Vertreter | Flop | Similar → |
| 1979 | Milo-Milo | Government member | Flop | Similar → |
| 1977 | The American Friend | Marcangelo | Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | Dead Pigeon on Beethoven Street | Carlos | Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | The Foundling | - | Flop | Similar → |
Peter Lilienthal - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Peter Lilienthal?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Peter Lilienthal is "The American Friend" with a rating of 7.1/10.
How many movies has Peter Lilienthal acted in?
Peter Lilienthal has been featured in at least 10 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Peter Lilienthal?
Other notable films include "Dead Pigeon on Beethoven Street", "Counter Shot: Departure of the Filmmakers", and "Starbuck Holger Meins".