Michael Berg

Michael Berg is a fictional character appearing in the 2008 film The Reader, from which he serves as the protagonist. He is portrayed by David Kross.
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== Biography ==
Michael is a young man and a student living in Berlin in 1958 with his parents and siblings. He meets Hanna Schmitz, a 36-year-old woman, when he becomes sick and vomits in the entryway of her apartment building. Hanna helps him get home and after recovering from his illness, Michael begins visiting her apartment every day after school.
Given that Michael has good literature skills, Hanna enjoys having him read classic texts to her in different languages and in different voices for the different characters. Michael is in love with Hanna and they have a passionate affair, spending a lot of time together and enjoying each other's company.
However, despite the strong feelings Michael has for Hanna, she is moody and demanding, which can be challenging for him to deal with at times. Though, Michael is infatuated with every aspect of Hanna and cannot imagine living without her.
Tragically, one day, Hanna leaves without warning, causing Michael to experience heartbreak.
== Personality ==
Michael is very eager to please Hanna and is very affectionate towards her. He is enthusiastic and animated in his love for her and is willing to do whatever she asks of him. He takes her on vacation and writes her romantic poetry, showing how much he cares for her. Overall, he is a very sweet and loving young lover for Hanna.
==Appearances==
*The Reader (2008)
Category:Characters
Category:Male characters
Category:The Reader characters
Category:Characters portrayed by David Kross