Markus Schleinzer on Sandra Hüller, Star of His Austrian Oscar Entry ‘Rose’ and a Berlin Best Lead Performance Winner: ‘She’s the Queen’
As a filmmaker, Markus Schleinzer owes much to his 17-year career as a casting director.
Variety reports: As a filmmaker, Markus Schleinzer owes much to his 17-year career as a casting director.
“Directing a movie and being a casting director are quite similar jobs,” he tells Variety. Both require making the right choices under pressure and persuading others to believe in them.
This entertainment story centres on Germany. Names and organisations mentioned in the coverage include Markus Schleinzer, Sandra Hüller and Star of His Austrian Oscar.
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