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German Actor Sky du Mont Bids Farewell to Cinema
After a distinguished career spanning over five decades, German actor Sky du Mont has announced his retirement from acting at the age of 78. His final film, "Das Kanu des Manitu," a sequel to the 2001 hit "Der Schuh des Manitu," is set to release in theaters on August 14.
In an interview with the "Bild" newspaper, du Mont expressed discomfort with the prospect of using portable toilets and long hours on set, stating that he does not want to continue acting. He jokingly expressed concern about being an old actor on screen, stating that he does not want to end up in diapers and in a wheelchair in front of the camera.
Du Mont's retirement plans were first announced to the "Bild" newspaper in March, and he reiterated his intentions at the premiere of "Das Kanu des Manitu." The actor, who starred alongside Tom Cruise in Stanley Kubrick's "Eyes Wide Shut," has confirmed that he will not be working in cinema again.
At the premiere, du Mont received a standing ovation, which he acknowledged in an Instagram story. His post expressed gratitude for 55 years of film and TV work, marking the end of an era in German cinema.
Directed by Michael "Bully" Herbig (57), "Das Kanu des Manitu" promises to be a fitting farewell for du Mont. The film is expected to be a hit, following in the footsteps of its predecessor.
Du Mont never intended to become an actor. He began his career as a radio journalist and only ventured into acting later in life. His talent and dedication have earned him numerous awards and accolades, making him a beloved figure in German cinema.
As du Mont bids farewell to the world of acting, fans and colleagues alike will remember his contributions to German cinema with fondness. His retirement marks the end of an era, but his legacy will live on in the hearts of those who have been touched by his work.
Sky du Mont's final film, "Das Kanu des Manitu," directed by Michael "Bully" Herbig, is set to be released on August 14 as a fitting farewell for the actor who is retiring from the entertainment industry after a distinguished career spanning over five decades. Fans of movies and TV can remember Sky du Mont as a beloved figure in German cinema, winning numerous awards and accolades over the years.
