Markus Schleinzer, is an Austrian actor, casting director, screenwriter, and film director recognized for his work in Austrian and German cinema.
He became particularly prominent as a casting director before moving into filmmaking, directing Michael, Angelo, and Rose.
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| Name: | Markus Schleinzer |
| Born: | November 8, 1971 (age 54 years old) |
| Place of Birth: | Vienna, Austria |
| Nationality: | Austrian |
| Ethnicity: | Austrian |
| Height: | 181 cm (5 ft 11 in) |
| Religion: | Christianity |
| Parents: | Mr. and Mrs. Schleinzer |
| Occupation: | Actor, Casting Director, Screenwriter, Film Director |
| Net Worth: | $3 million |
Early life and education
Markus Schleinzer was born on November 8, 1971, in Vienna, Austria. He spent most of his school years at BG Amerlingstraße in Vienna’s sixth district.
Career
Markus Schleinzer began appearing as an actor in Austrian and German productions during the mid-1990s, making his feature-film debut in Wolfgang Murnberger‘s Ich gelobe in 1995.
During the late 1990s, he also entered the casting field, initially assisting casting director Daniela Stibitz before establishing an extensive career of his own.
As a casting director, Markus Schleinzer worked on more than 60 film and television productions and collaborated with filmmakers including Michael Haneke, Ulrich Seidl, Jessica Hausner, and Benjamin Heisenberg.
His casting credits include The White Ribbon, Lourdes, Women Without Men, The Robber, My Best Enemy, and The Unintentional Kidnapping of Mrs. Elfriede Ott.
In 2011, Markus Schleinzer made his feature directorial debut with Michael, which also earned him a writing credit and premiered in competition at the Cannes Film Festival.
He followed it in 2018 with Angelo, a historical drama inspired by the life of Angelo Soliman.
In 2026, he returned to feature filmmaking as the director and writer of Rose, which premiered in the main competition at the Berlin International Film Festival.
Awards and nominations
- Vienna Film Award — Best Feature Film for Michael, 2011.
- Max Ophüls Prize — Michael, 2012.
- Sutherland Trophy nomination — British Film Institute, Michael, 2011.
- European Film Award nomination — European Discovery / Best First Film category for Michael, 2011.
- Austrian Film Award nominations — Best Director and Best Screenplay for Michael, 2012.
Personal life
Markus Schleinzer, 54 years old, is single and not married. Details about his current relationship, past relationships, and children are unknown. His height is 181 cm (5 ft 11 in).
Net worth
Markus Schleinzer‘s net worth is $3 million USD. His earnings have been generated from his long career as a casting director, actor, screenwriter, and filmmaker.
Filmography
- Michael
- Angelo
- Veni Vidi Vici
- Sisi & I
- Rose