Bruno Ganz

Bruno Ganz (1941–2019, Switzerland) was a Swiss actor renowned for his versatile performances in European cinema. He achieved international fame for portraying the angel Damiel in Wim Wenders’ Wings of Desire (1987), a role that exemplified his introspective and humanistic style. Over a career spanning more than five decades, Ganz appeared in over 100 films, including notable collaborations with directors like Eric Rohmer and his chilling depiction of Adolf Hitler in Downfall (2004).