Werner Hochbaum

Trailblazer of the German working-class cinema, Werner Hochbaum was born in 1899 in Vienna, Austria, and had an active career spanning from the 1920s to the 1940s. He was known for his work in the documentary and drama genres, with his most prominent films including "Brooks and Bridges" (1937) and "Razzia in St. Pauli" (1932). Although there are no noted awards at major film festivals, Hochbaum's authorial style is marked by his authentic depiction of the working class and his commitment to realism. Werner Hochbaum, a man who stood firm in the face of adversity, used his craft to give a voice to those often unheard.