Journalist
Country of origin
Federal Republic of Germany

*6.3.1919 Berlin, †25.12.1989 Berlin

1948-1955 Editor of the Evangelische Pressedienst (Evangelical Press Service, epd) in Bielefeld

1955-1965 epd correspondent in Berlin

1965 Founder of the epd regional service Berlin and chief editor

1963-1988 Film Commissioner of the EKiBB (Evangelical Church in Berlin and Brandenburg)

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Following the promising nominations, the Oscar ceremony felt like a disappointment. For the first time, the Academy had nominated international films such as “Sentimental Value” from Norway and “Secret Agent” from Brazil in the Best Picture category. Yet in the end, it was American productions that walked away with all the awards.
Film director Selma Vilhunen has won the Church Media Foundation’s 2026 prize for her documentary film 'Gate to Paradise' (Portti Paratiisiin).

Events

16.02.2025
Haus der EKD, Charlottenstraße 53/54, 10117 Berlin

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