Harry Baer

Actor

Harry Baer is a German actor and occasional director, born on September 27, 1947. He is best known for his collaborative work with renowned German filmmaker Rainer Werner Fassbinder. Baer started his career in the late 1960s and quickly became a staple in Fassbinder's ensemble, acting in several of his films such as "Love is Colder Than Death" (1969), "The American Soldier" (1970), and "Berlin Alexanderplatz" (1980). Beyond his work with Fassbinder, Baer has appeared in other notable films including "Mother Küsters' Trip to Heaven" (1975) and "Germany in Autumn" (1978). Additionally, he has taken on roles behind the camera, including working as an assistant director. Over the years, Baer has maintained a steady presence in European cinema and television, contributing both in front of and behind the lens. Although he has not won major awards, his enduring collaboration with Fassbinder and his consistent work in the industry highlight his significant contributions to German cinema.