Kerry Washington: German Fr�ulein or Phony Faker?
We've all seen Kerry Washington slay the red carpet, but can she sprechen Deutsch (speak German)? The answer, like a perfectly brewed Weizenbier (wheat beer), is both complex and delightful.
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From Southern Belle to Broomhilda: A Crash Course in German
For her role as Broomhilda in Quentin Tarantino's "Django Unchained," Washington embarked on a crash course in German. Broomhilda, a slave fluent in German due to her owner's heritage, presented a unique challenge. Washington famously admitted to the struggles of mastering those tricky German vowels ("There's no difference?" she exclaimed, according to [FM interview]), but ultimately triumphed.
Did She Master the Language or Just Learn Her Lines?
This is where things get interesting. Washington certainly delivered her lines convincingly, but can she hold a conversation about the merits of bratwurst versus currywurst (two iconic German sausages)? The jury's out. There are no interviews of her speaking German fluently outside of the movie, leaving us to wonder if her German is more fluent than your high school French after a semester abroad.
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Here's the truth: Washington learned enough German to be bloody brilliant (extremely good) in the film. But is she secretly hiding Goethe's collected works on her bookshelf? Maybe. Maybe not.
Kerry Washington's German: The Takeaway
So, can Kerry Washington speak German? It depends on your definition of "speak." Can she order a stein of beer and a plate of schnitzel (a breaded and fried cutlet)? Probably. Can she discuss the philosophical underpinnings of existentialism with a German professor? Vielleicht (perhaps).
Tip: A slow skim is better than a rushed read.
One thing's for sure: Washington's dedication to her craft is applausw�rdig (applause-worthy).
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Burning Questions: Kerry Washington and German
How to impress your friends with Kerry Washington trivia? Whip out this fun fact about her "Django Unchained" role!
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Feeling intimidated by German? Don't be! There are plenty of resources to help you learn.
Ever wondered what Broomhilda would order at a German restaurant? We may never know for sure, but schnitzel is a safe bet.
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Need a German word to spice up your vocabulary? Check out "applausw�rdig," it's a guaranteed conversation starter.
Feeling lost in a world of bratwurst and beer? German culture is fascinating, dive in and explore!
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