Benjamin Sadler

Benjamin Sadler

54 · Born: Feb 12, 1971

2015
2012
2009
2007

Personal Details

Height6' 0"
BornFeb 12, 1971 Toronto, Canada
Parents
  • Jill Klimaschewski
  • Baldur Klimaschewski

Biography

Benjamin Sadler, a talented German actor, took his first breath on February 2, 1971, in the vibrant city of Toronto, Canada. This auspicious beginning would set the stage for a remarkable career that has spanned over three decades, replete with a plethora of memorable performances. The seeds of his artistic inclinations were sown at a tender age, courtesy of his parents, a German graphic designer and a British teacher, who nurtured his love for the arts with unwavering dedication. As fate would have it, Sadler's early life was marked by a series of moves, with his family relocating to Germany when he was just five years old, thus introducing him to a new cultural landscape that would ultimately shape his artistic trajectory.

He embarked upon a journey of artistic refinement by subsequently attending the esteemed Royal Academy of Dramatic Art in London, thereby furnishing himself with the requisite skills and expertise necessary for a distinguished career in the acting profession.

Subsequently, Sadler's path to stardom was catapulted into high gear with his breakthrough role in 1994, wherein he made a memorable appearance in a series of German thrillers, including the critically acclaimed Wolffs Revier and the equally impressive SK-Babies.

This remarkable performance served as a harbinger of a long and illustrious career, marked by an impressive array of film and television roles that showcased his remarkable versatility and range as an actor.

The year 2001 marked a significant milestone in the career of the talented actor, Sadler, as he took on the role of John the Baptist in the thought-provoking German-Italian film Maria Magdalena, sharing the screen with the esteemed Maria Grazia Cucinotta and Danny Quinn.

This notable performance was merely the beginning of a string of projects that showcased Sadler's versatility as an artist, as he went on to work on a diverse range of films that delved into the realms of faith and spirituality.

One such project was the film The Bible - The Apocalypse, a cinematic endeavour that explored the apocalyptic themes and events described in the biblical book of Revelation.

Another notable project was the film Luther, which offered a profound exploration of the life and teachings of the influential Christian reformer, Martin Luther.

Through these projects, Sadler demonstrated his ability to take on complex and thought-provoking roles, further solidifying his reputation as a talented and dedicated actor.

Notable among the numerous cinematic endeavors undertaken by the talented actor Sadler was his 2007 portrayal of a lawyer and devoted father to a daughter afflicted with thalidomide-related physical disabilities, a performance that would subsequently garner him a Bambi Award, a highly respected accolade within the German film industry.

Here is the biography:

Born with a passion for the performing arts, John Sadler embarked on a journey to hone his craft, eventually becoming a well-rounded and accomplished actor. He has had the opportunity to showcase his talent in a variety of mediums, including film, television, and theater, thereby solidifying his reputation as a talented and versatile performer.

Career

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2020
The Defeated
The Defeated as Leopold Garten
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2019
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2018
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2017
Wendy
Wendy as Gunnar
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2016
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2012
Passion
Passion as Prosecutor
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Rommel
Rommel as Hans Speidel
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2011
If Not Us, Who?
If Not Us, Who? as Walter Jens
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2009
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Impact
Impact as Roland Emerson
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2007
War and Peace
War and Peace as Dolokhov
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2003
Luther
Luther as Georg Spalatin
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Augustus: The First Emperor
Augustus: The First Emperor as Gaius Octavius and Young Augustus
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2000
Hustle
Hustle as Tony
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Mary Magdalene
Mary Magdalene as Giovanni il Battista
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The Apocalypse
The Apocalypse as Valerius
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1998
Visioner
Visioner as Thomas
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Lexx
Lexx as Nool
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1996