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Josef Pelz von Felinau

1895 – 1978

Austrian actor, screenwriter and author

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About Josef Pelz von Felinau

Lived 1895 – 1978 (aged 82). Josef Pelz von Felinau was an Austrian actor, screenwriter, stage actor, writer, director and musician.

Josef Pelz von Felinau (24 October 1895 – 15 February 1978) was an Austrian writer who authored many novels and radio plays. He occasionally worked as a screenwriter. His 1936 novel about the sinking of the RMS Titanic served as the basis for the 1943 German anti-British film Titanic, although some of the claims it was based on have been discredited.

Selected filmography Just Once a Great Lady (1934) A Day Will Come (1934) Love, Death and the Devil (1934)

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Important facts

Born
24 October 1895, St. Pölten
Birth century
19th century
Died
15 February 1978, West Berlin
Occupation
Actor, screenwriter, stage actor, writer, director, musician
Nationality
Austria

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Josef Pelz von Felinau?

Austrian actor, screenwriter and author (1895–1978)

When was Josef Pelz von Felinau born?

Josef Pelz von Felinau was born on 24 October 1895 in St. Pölten.

When did Josef Pelz von Felinau die?

Josef Pelz von Felinau died on 15 February 1978 in West Berlin.

What was Josef Pelz von Felinau's occupation?

Josef Pelz von Felinau was an actor, screenwriter, stage actor, writer, director and musician.

What nationality was Josef Pelz von Felinau?

Josef Pelz von Felinau was Austrian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Josef Pelz von Felinau

· Wikidata: Q1705437

· DBpedia: Josef Pelz von Felinau

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