Hanno Koffler is a remarkably industrious and captivating talent from Germany, whose impressive career has spanned over a decade. His breakthrough hit, Free Fall (2013),catapulted him to international recognition, solidifying his status as a familiar face and name, even though his journey as an actor began many years prior. Prior to his success, Koffler's career consisted primarily of theatre work and drumming for Kerosin, a band he co-founded with his brother Max in the 1990s.
Koffler's film debut was in REC - Kassettenjungs/Kassettenmädchen (2002),and since then, he has consistently demonstrated his versatility by taking on both supporting and leading roles, showcasing his remarkable intensity. Throughout his career, he has appeared in a wide range of films, TV films, and series, including Anatomy 2 (2003),Summer Storm (2004),Hallesche Kometen (2005),Krabat (2008),alongside Daniel Brühl and David Kross, The Red Baron (2008),Nacht vor Augen (2008) - which earned him his first award; If Not Us, Who? (2011),Tough Love (2015),among many others.
However, it was Free Fall (2013) that truly cemented his status as a leading actor. In the role of Marc Borgmann, a straight and married police officer who discovers new feelings when a male colleague, played by Max Riemelt, approaches him with different intentions, Koffler showcased a powerful emotional range, bringing to life a repressed and tormented character who opens himself to new possibilities and love. The celebrated film earned him his first nomination as Best Actor in the German Film Awards and is soon to receive a sequel, which is being produced by crowdfunding from fans worldwide. With this increased exposure, it is likely that we will see a lot more of this handsome and talented actor in the years to come.
