David Kleinl is a German film director who is most known for his work in a wide range of genres, from comedy to drama. He graduated from the Film Academy of Munich in 1989 and has since directed over twenty feature films and television projects.
Kleinl began his career directing television movies and documentaries for ZDF, a German television network. His first feature film, Der Verlorene (The Lost One) was released in 2000. The film was a box-office success and was nominated for several awards.
In 2004, Kleinl released his breakthrough film, Der Untergang (Downfall). The film was a critical and commercial success, winning numerous accolades, including the Best Foreign Language Film Award at the Academy Awards. The film was praised for its powerful and emotionally gripping portrayal of the last days of Nazi Germany.
Kleinl's other films include the romantic drama Der Kuss (The Kiss), the comedy Der Kuckuck und der Esel (The Cuckoo and the Donkey), and the horror film Der Rote Teppich (The Red Carpet). In 2011, Kleinl directed the biopic Der Baader Meinhof Komplex (The Baader Meinhof Complex), which tells the story of the German terrorist group of the same name. The film was a major success, receiving numerous awards and accolades.
Kleinl's most recent film, Der Schrei der Eule (The Cry of the Owl), was released in 2015. The film is an adaptation of a novel by the same name and follows a young woman as she is haunted by her past. The film was a box-office success and was praised for its suspenseful and gripping story.
Kleinl is considered one of Germany's most successful directors. His films have won numerous awards and have been praised for their technical proficiency and emotional depth. He continues to direct films, television projects, and commercials for German and international audiences.
