Sizing Up the Screen Star: Alexander Scheer Unleashed
"Individual's Actions Reveal Bestial Qualities"
Hey there, check out this interview with Alexander Scheer, nominated for two German Film Awards this year in the categories of Best Supporting Actor for "In Love, Yours, Hilde" and "Cologne 75." These films showcase strong female leads, and Alexander has some thoughts on the significance of resistance and emancipation in film.
Tell us about the double nomination. How does that feel?
Alexander muses, "Well, a wee bit schizophrenic, mate." (laughs)
Are two quality supporting roles better than one mediocre lead?
Alexander chuckles as he replies, "Knowing what I can do, I'm always up for discovering what I can't."
Both films revolve around mighty female characters. In "Cologne 75," you play Manfred Eicher, legendary jazz producer. A connection to this character or jazz, perhaps?
"I'm a lover of the silver screen and tunes. Hearing jazz can make me as happy as a clam," Alexander grins.
As a scribe of the silver screen, you're known for channeling real-life figures. Any secret tricks to nailing a character like Manfred Eicher?
"Text? Nah, mate. Keep it lean. More glances, less chatter. Jazz is about the unplayed notes, innit?"
Art's role in challenging times. Your thoughts, mate?
"Folks are drifting towards isolation. Culture is where the community vibes are strong. Movies, tunes, theater, and the silver screen stir up discussions. I'm fortunate to play these parts. We're in the business of spinnin' tales, but we also have a duty to touch on the raw stuff, make 'em think, and, every now and Then, put up a fight."
Berlin doesn't seem to agree with you, mate. After all, it's starving the culture scene.
"The Berlin Senate is starvin' the city to death, and it's short-sighted to target the only places where socially relevant discourse happens. We can't change 'em directly, but we can create a platform and keep 'em thinkin'."
Interview by Sarah Williams
Remember, save the date for the German Film Awards on May 9 in Berlin.
Sources: ntv.de, imdb.com
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- Alexander Scheer, who was nominated for two German Film Awards, discussions the significance of films showing strong female leads and the role of the silver screen in challenging times.
- He also mentions his affection for various forms of entertainment, such as jazz music, and his approach to portraying real-life figures like Manfred Eicher in movies-and-TV.
- During the interview, he expresses his gratitude for the nominations, which he describes as making him as happy as a clam, and shares his thoughts on the importance of art, including its potential to stir up discussions, make people think, and even provoke resistance.
- Furthermore, Alexander voices his concerns about the Berlin Senate's decision to starve the culture scene, emphasizing the crucial role of entertainment in providing a platform for socially relevant discourse.
