Walter Ulbricht
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Walter Ernst Paul Ulbricht (30 June 1893 – 1 August 1973) was a German communist politician. Ulbricht played a leading role in the creation of the Weimar-era Communist Party of Germany (KPD) and later (after spending the years of Nazi rule in exile in France and the Soviet Union) in the early development and establishment of the German Democratic Republic in East Germany. As the First Secretary of the Socialist Unity Party from 1950 to 1971, he was the chief decision-maker in East Germany. From President Wilhelm Pieck's death in 1960 on, he was also the East German head of state until his own death in 1973. As the firm leader of the strongest and most important Soviet satellite, Ulbricht had a degree of bargaining power with the Kremlin that he used effectively. For example he demanded the building of the Berlin Wall in 1961 when the Kremlin was reluctant. Description above from the Wikipedia article Walter Ulbricht, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Walter Ulbricht Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Walter Ulbricht reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 11 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Walter Ulbricht's work falls within the Documentary genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 18% of Walter Ulbricht'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 Stasi: A State Against Its People, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Walter Ulbricht Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Walter Ulbricht's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Walter Ulbricht has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Stasi: A State Against Its People | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | State Funeral | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1999 | Die Sekretäre | Self (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | DDR: Der Aufstand vom 17. Juni 1953 | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1970 | Manöver Waffenbrüderschaft | Self (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1965 | Schutzwall | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1965 | Talking with Germans | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1961 | Der Schlag hat gesessen! | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1955 | A Celebration of Our Youth | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1953 | Baumeister des Sozialismus Walter Ulbricht | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1952 | Wilhelm Pieck - Das Leben unseres Präsidenten | Self (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
Walter Ulbricht - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Walter Ulbricht?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Walter Ulbricht is "Stasi: A State Against Its People" with a rating of 9.0/10.
How many movies has Walter Ulbricht acted in?
Walter Ulbricht has been featured in at least 11 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Walter Ulbricht?
Other notable films include "State Funeral", "Die Sekretäre", and "Der Schlag hat gesessen!".