Clint Eastwood is the quintessential filmmaker. He has cultivated cinema for over four decades in his diversity as an actor, director and producer. And he has been consistent in doing it as well. More information

The work of Meryl Streep is all about compassion. And she works to arouse the audience’s compassion for the characters – along with their moving destinies – that she embodies. More information

Daniel Craig is currently the quintessential physical player. In the great tradition of Charlie Chaplin and Buster Keaton, it has always been his priority to bring his own physique into play and do all the strenuous action scenes without any help from a double. More information

In 2008, Udo Lindenberg set a milestone in German rock music with "Stark wie Zwei" ("As Strong as Two"). His 41st album is his greatest life's work in both a compositional as well as a poetic sense. With it he landed his first number one in the charts. More information

The winner in the category ‘Readers’ Choice’ hails a new generation in the doctor series segment. "Dr. House" on RTL is an indication that one certainly can dare to show bold screenplays and innovative characters to the viewers. More information

Anja Kling in "Wir sind das Volk" ("We are the People") acted in an authentic way. Down-to-earth manner combined with the aura of a Hollywood princess is simply beautiful. More information

The jury was deeply impressed with his performance as Helmut Schmidt in the hijacking drama "Mogadischu". Christian Berkel studied the former Federal Chancellor with great intensity and rendered the role just as precisely. More information

Olli Dittrich is a brilliant comedian – we already knew that back in 1993 when we summoned him to join "RTL Saturday Night". What nobody knew back then: The man is not only brilliant, he’s a genius. More information

Ich + Ich constitute the most exceptional pop project in recent years. The duo is a musical liaison between a young underdog who grew up in a boy group and a style icon from the 80s. More information

Maybrit Illner always remains polite, open and is a good listener. She is sure of the facts and brilliantly prepared. For those interested in what’s happening in Germany, tuning in to her Thursday-night program "Maybrit Illner" (ZDF) is a must. More information

"Mogadischu" (ARD) is a kidnapping drama and much more than just a random action thriller. Mogadischu was an existential incident, not only for those who were directly affected, but for the entire German Republic. More information

Paula Kalenberg is a mere 22-years-old and is already one of the guarantees for quality in German film. If Kalenberg is in it, it can’t be bad. She doesn’t pride herself on her success, gladly practicing personal understatement. More information