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Actor Claes Bang Portrays Controversial Nazi Massage Therapist

Updated 2026-08-07 11:25 UTC 1 source Neutral

German director Felix Randau’s film 'I Is Another' features Claes Bang as Heinrich Himmler's massage therapist, Felix Kersten. The role highlights the complex ethical issues surrounding historical accuracy and portrayal.

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Felix Randau Reveals Why Claes Bang Was Perfect For The Role Of Himmler’s Shady Masseur In ‘I Is Another’: “If Claes Tells You A Lie, You Want To Believe Him”

German director Felix Randau hits the Locarno Film Festival’s Piazza Grande this evening with post-World War Two drama I Is Another starring Claes Bang as Heinrich Himmler’s real-life controversial massage therapist Felix Kersten. In his memoirs, Kersten recounted how he used his influence over the

2026-08-07 11:09 UTC