Ernst Marischka, a renowned Austrian writer and director, was born on January 2, 1893, in the vibrant city of Vienna, Austria-Hungary, a nation that would eventually divide into modern-day Austria and Hungary.
Throughout his illustrious career, Marischka made a lasting impact in the film industry, leaving behind a legacy of iconic works such as Embezzled Heaven, released in 1958, Sissi - Schicksalsjahre einer Kaiserin, which premiered in 1957, and Sissi - Die junge Kaiserin, a 1956 release.
In his personal life, Marischka was married to Lilly Marischka, a woman who stood by his side and shared in his creative endeavors.
Sadly, Marischka's life came to a close on May 12, 1963, in the picturesque Swiss town of Chur, located in the canton of Graubünden.
