Irm Hermann
Biography
Irm Hermann, born Irmgard Hermann on October 4, 1942, and who passed away on May 26, 2020, was a prominent German actress known for her versatile performances across film, television, and theater. Over the course of her career, she appeared in more than 160 productions, showcasing her talent and dedication to the performing arts. Hermann's remarkable journey began when she was noticed by renowned director Rainer Werner Fassbinder, who, despite her lack of formal acting training, recognized her potential and frequently cast her in his works. This collaboration played a significant role in shaping her career and establishing her as a notable figure in the German film industry. Throughout her life, Hermann's contributions to the arts left a lasting impression, and she remains celebrated for her impactful performances.
Filmography
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Women in New York
1977 • Maniküre Olga/ Miriam
Effi Briest
1974 • Johanna
Jail Bait (1973)
1973 • Polizeibeamtin
Mother Küsters Goes to Heaven
1975 • Helene
Last Five Days
1982 • Else Gebel
The Swing
1983 • Frau Erlendicht
A Woman in Berlin
2008 • Witwe
Johanna d’Arc of Mongolia
1989 • Secondary-school teacher Mueller-Vohwinkel
Woyzeck
1979 • Margret
The Bitter Tears of Petra von Kant
1972 • Marlene
Gods of the Plague
1970 • Barkeeper
Dorian Gray in the Mirror of the Yellow Press
1984 • Passat / Norn
Faust Sonnengesang
2011 • (voice)
Katzelmacher
1969 • Elisabeth
The Passenger – Welcome to Germany
1988 • KZ-Kommandantin
Fassbinder
2015 • Self
Fear of Fear
1975 • Lore