Paul Wegener

Born: 1874-12-11

Birthplace: Arnoldsdorf, West Prussia, Germany [now Jarantowice, Kujawsko-Pomorskie, Poland]

Biography

Paul Wegener was a German actor known for his pioneering roles in Expressionist films. He can also be considered a father of horror for his breakout role in The Student of Prague (1913). Wegener maintained a career throughout and after the Nazi era, starring in his last film in 1948.

Known For

The Golem: How He Came into the World
Kolberg
Sumurun
The Weavers
The Student of Prague
Madame DuBarry
The Golem
The Film in the Film
Fundvogel
Figures of the Night

Top Movie Credits

The Golem: How He Came into the World Director
Kolberg Loucadou
Sumurun Der alte Scheich
The Weavers Fabrikant Dreißiger
The Student of Prague Screenplay
Madame DuBarry
The Golem Director
The Film in the Film Self
Fundvogel Professor Reutlinger
Figures of the Night Thomas Bezug