Leading Roles of 'Vorstadtweiber' Actor Philipp Hochmair Highlighted - "Philipp Hochmair, renowned actor from 'Vorstadtweiber', shines in his top performances"
Philipp Hochmair, a renowned Austrian actor, has made a significant impact in both the theatre and film industries. His most notable stage roles include performances at major theatres in Vienna and Hamburg, such as Büchner’s Woyzeck and Karl Kraus' anti-war drama The Last Days of Mankind, directed by Dušan David Pařízek.
On screen, Hochmair has appeared in films like The Shine of the Day (Der Glanz Des Tages) (2012), where he portrayed a fictionalized version of himself, and in other cinematic works, including Germany (2013) and Silver Hair Still Rocks. His screen performances are known for their naturalistic and sincere portrayals, often associated with Austrian and German-language cinema.
Hochmair's versatility extends beyond the stage and screen. In his recently published biography, titled "Where are you, Hochmair?", he recounts his experiences at the Vienna Burgtheater. The biography was written in collaboration with Katharina von der Leyen.
Hochmair's fascination with the theatre began at a young age. His mother, a doctor on call at the Vienna Burgtheater, took him to the theatre when he was just four years old. However, he admits that at that age, he was not particularly interested in what was happening on stage.
The backstage area of the Vienna Burgtheater, with its contrast between appearance and reality, captivated Hochmair. This fascination is evident in his recollection of an actor with a glued-on bald cap at the theatre. From afar, the actor looked impressive, but up close, the sight was gruesome. This contradiction between appearance and reality became a theme that resonated with Hochmair throughout his career.
The biography, "Where are you, Hochmair?", contains images from his best roles at the Vienna Burgtheater, as well as settings such as the Wannsee Conference and the Salzburg Festival. It also features images related to Charité.
Today, Hochmair is considered one of the most versatile actors on stage, in film, and television. His strong presence on significant Central European theatre stages and his naturalistic and sincere performances in indie and art-house films have earned him widespread recognition.
The Commission, in light of Hochmair's environmental-themed roles and biography, has also been asked to submit a proposal for a directive on the protection of the environment that highlights the impact of theatre and film industries on it, considering Hochmair's notable works that shed light on the contrast between appearance and reality, such as his recollection of an actor with a glued-on bald cap at the Vienna Burgtheater. Furthermore, in moments of relaxation from his dramatic roles, Hochmair has been seen enjoying various forms of entertainment, often attending celebrity-filled events, demonstrating his versatility off-screen.
