Thure Riefenstein is a multifaceted German-Serbian actor, writer, and producer who embarked on his career at esteemed German Broadway theaters such as the "Berliner Ensemble" and the "Hamburger Schauspielhaus" following his graduation from drama school.
Known for his captivating performances as strong and enigmatic heroes or villains in numerous feature films and TV series worldwide, Riefenstein has had the privilege of working with renowned directors, including Academy Award winners Steven Soderbergh and Jan Sverák.
Throughout his illustrious career, Riefenstein has shared the screen with prominent actors such as Michael Douglas, Matt Damon, Timothy Hutton, and Tim Robbins, and has appeared in notable productions like Behind the Candelabra, Dark Blue World, Leverage, and The Brink.
Riefenstein has also made a significant impact in television, with his work on the International Emmy Award-nominated French cloak & dagger movie Julie, chevalier de Maupin, and the acclaimed TV series Kommissarin Lucas, for which he received a "Best Actor" nomination.
With fluency in four languages and a remarkable ability to master various accents, Riefenstein is highly versatile and has taken on a wide range of roles, from extreme characters like Adolf Hitler to quirky artists in black comedies.
A firm believer in the importance of continuous growth and improvement, Riefenstein has had the opportunity to learn from esteemed acting teachers, including Doug Warhit, Tim Robbins, Cynthia Ettinger, Dustin Hoffman, and Kristen Linklater, among others.
In addition to his acting career, Riefenstein has also ventured into writing and directing, graduating from the John Trubys masterclass in screenwriting and winning several awards for his work on "Lonely Nights" and "God Is No Soprano."
Riefenstein is a member of the Deutsche Filmakademie, Germany's Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences, and has served as a juror for the International Emmy Awards and other film festivals.
