Kölner 'Tatort' Star Proposes Zoo as Setting for Future Crime Story

Actor Dietmar Bär sees the Cologne Zoo as a unique backdrop for a new 'Tatort' episode, suggesting it could inspire fresh narratives involving the world of zookeepers.

• Dietmar Bär, known for his role as Kommissar Freddy Schenk in 'Tatort,' has expressed interest in filming an episode at the Cologne Zoo.
• The actor highlighted the zoo's cultural significance to Cologne, comparing it to landmarks like the Cologne Cathedral.
• Bär suggested the zoo could provide a compelling setting for a crime story, particularly exploring the lives of zookeepers.
• Since the late 1990s, Bär and his co-star Klaus J. Behrendt have appeared in over 90 'Tatort' episodes, tackling various criminal investigations.
• Bär's proposal was shared during a recent event in Brussels, where he noted the idea could serve as inspiration for scriptwriters.

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