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201590 minPGdocumentary

Helmut Berger, Actor

201590 minPGdocumentary

After decades of movie stardom, Helmut Berger has chosen a more secluded lifestyle in his hometown of Salzburg, Austria.

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Andreas Horvath

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After decades of movie stardom, Helmut Berger has chosen a more secluded lifestyle in his hometown of Salzburg, Austria.

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Helmut Berger, a prominent actor and muse to director Luchino Visconti, reflects on his life in Salzburg, Austria. After years of fame and a glamorous lifestyle, he now embraces a quieter existence. The film, directed by Andreas Horvath, runs for 90 minutes and offers insights into Berger's past and present. It captures his transition from the spotlight to a more modest life, revealing the choices he made along the way.

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