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Egon Günther (born March 30, 1927 – died August 31, 2017) was a famous German movie director and screenwriter. He was born in Schneeberg, Saxony, a town in Germany.

Egon Günther was known for creating many interesting films. His movie Lotte in Weimar was a big success. It was even nominated for the Palme d'Or, which is a very important award at the 1975 Cannes Film Festival in France.

Another one of his notable films was Morenga. This movie was also recognized for its quality. In 1985, Morenga was nominated for the Golden Bear award at the 35th Berlin International Film Festival, another major film event.

Günther passed away in Potsdam, Germany, on August 31, 2017. He was 90 years old when he died. His work as a director and screenwriter left an important mark on German cinema.

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