Bruno S.

Biography

Bruno S., born in Germany, is known for his tumultuous upbringing and subsequent career in the arts. The unwanted son of a prostitute, he faced severe abuse in childhood, resulting in temporary deafness at the age of three. This led to a 23-year period spent in various mental institutions, during which he encountered legal troubles. Despite these challenges, he became a self-taught painter and musician, alongside working in factories. His life took a significant turn when director Werner Herzog discovered him in the documentary "Bruno der Schwarze - Es blies ein Jäger wohl in sein Horn" (1970). Herzog cast him in prominent roles in "The Enigma of Kaspar Hauser" (1974) and "Stroszek" (1977). Bruno S. was known for being difficult to work with, often requiring extensive time before he could perform a scene.