Anton Diffring
Biography
Anton Diffring, originally named Alfred Pollack, was a notable German actor, born on October 20, 1918, and he passed away on May 20, 1989. Throughout his career, Diffring became recognized for his versatile performances across various film and television genres.
His talent and charisma brought him to the forefront of international cinema, allowing him to work in both German and English-speaking productions. Diffring's career spanned several decades, during which he developed a reputation for playing complex characters, often embodying roles that showcased his extensive range as an actor.
Likely influenced by his formative years in Germany, he encountered multiple challenges throughout his life, including the turbulence of World War II. Despite these obstacles, he managed to establish a successful career in the performing arts, leaving an indelible mark on the entertainment industry.
His contributions to film have been acknowledged and celebrated, making him a respected figure among his peers and audiences alike. Ultimately, Anton Diffring's legacy endures through his impressive body of work, which continues to inspire future generations of actors and filmmakers.
Filmography
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Love Letters of a Portuguese Nun
1977 • Old Priest
Valentino
1977
Albert R.N.
1953 • Capt Schultz
The Colditz Story
1955
The Heroes of Telemark
1965 • Major Frick
The Beast Must Die (1974)
1974 • Pavel
The Black Tent
1956 • Senior German Officer
Operation: Daybreak
1975 • Reinhard Heydrich
Seven Thunders
1957 • Col. Trautman
House of Secrets
1956 • Anton Lauderbach
The Sea Shall Not Have Them
1954
Where Eagles Dare
1968
The Double Man
1967 • Col. Berthold
Faceless
1988 • Dr. Karl Heinz Moser
The Man Who Could Cheat Death
1959 • Dr. Georges Bonner
The Iguana with the Tongue of Fire
1971 • Ambassador Sobieski
Seven Deaths in the Cat's Eyes
1973 • Dr. Franz
Mark of the Devil Part II
1973 • Balthasar von Ross
Circus of Horrors
1960 • Dr. Schuler
Shatter
1974 • Hans Leber
The Red Beret
1953
Zeppelin
1971 • Colonel Hirsch