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Erich von Stroheim

Erich von Stroheim

Directing
1919 — 1929 · 6 films
Lived
22 September 1885 — d. 1957
From
Vienna, Austria-Hungary [now Austria]

Erich von Stroheim (September 22, 1885 – May 12, 1957) was a multifaceted Austrian-American actor, director, and writer known for his contributions to cinema during the silent film era. He was renowned for his meticulous attention to detail as a director and for portraying intense, often morally ambiguous characters on screen. Stroheim gained fame for directing and starring in films like "Greed" and "The Merry Widow." His style was marked by elaborate storytelling and a commitment to realism.

Career Signature

How Erich von Stroheim’s filmography reads.

Five of Perfery’s 75 vibes, averaged across every film they directed.