Born in 1968 in the vibrant city of Munich, Germany, Achim von Borries embarked on a journey of academic exploration, delving into the realms of History, Political Science, and Philosophy at the esteemed Freie Universität Berlin between 1989 and 1993.
During his tenure at the university, he concurrently initiated his studies at the renowned German Film and Television Academy (dffb) in 1992, laying the foundation for his eventual screen debut, which would subsequently showcase his impressive cinematic prowess.
Achim von Borries, a talented filmmaker, made his directorial debut with the feature film ENGLAND!, which premiered in the year 2000 and simultaneously served as his graduating film at the prestigious dffb.
This remarkable film garnered widespread acclaim and went on to win an astonishing 15 international awards, including two prestigious awards from the German Film Critics Award in the year 2002 for Best Screenplay and Best Cinematography, which were bestowed upon the exceptional Jutta Pohlmann.
The remarkable directorial trajectory of England! continued to unfold with the release of his second feature film, LOVE IN THOUGHTS, a cinematic masterpiece that garnered widespread acclaim and attention upon its premiere at the esteemed Sundance Film Festival in the United States of America during the year 2004.
Achim von Borries has demonstrated his versatility as a screenwriter by adapting classic children's books into engaging screenplays, notably THE THREE ROBBERS, MULLEWAPP, and LILLI THE WITCH, in close collaboration with his sister Bettine, who shares his passion for storytelling.
Furthermore, von Borries has also showcased his talent behind the camera by directing several episodes of prominent German television series, including the critically acclaimed "Unter Verdacht", which starred the renowned actress Senta Berger in a pivotal role.
In the year 2010, the acclaimed filmmaker Achim von Borries took the helm to direct a commemorative episode, titled "Wie einst Lilly", which served as a special tribute to the 40th anniversary of the esteemed German television crime series "Tatort". This milestone episode not only marked a significant occasion in the series' long history but also introduced the talented actor Ulrich Tukur in his inaugural role as a "Tatort" police inspector, a character that would go on to leave a lasting impression on audiences.
