Sebastian Koch: Great joy about the Oscar-chance
The last Oscar for Germany in the category "Best Foreign Language Film" took place in 2007 for the drama "Das Leben der Anderen" by Florian Henckel von Donnersmarck (45). Now, with the title "Work Without Author", the director may get a second chance at a golden boy on the occasion of the 91st Academy Awards. And with him also Sebastian Koch (56, "Homeland"), one of the main characters of the drama.
In a statement, the actor now shares his anticipation of the news with the independent jury of German Films: "I am very pleased that our film has the chance to represent Germany at the Academy Awards." The first step has been taken , I'm curious how far the journey will go, how nice that my second collaboration with Florian, which is again very close to my heart, has also convinced the German Films jury.From now - fingers crossed ... "
On September 4, 2018, "Werk ohne Autor" will be premiered in the competition of the 75th Venice International Film Festival. The North American premiere will be at the 43rd Toronto International Film Festival. From October 3, 2018, the drama will be shown in German cinemas.
