German postcard by Ufa (Universum-Film Aktiengesellschaft), Berlin-Tempelhof, nr. FK 4200. Retail price: 25 Pfg. Photo: Bavaria. Still from Der schwarze Blitz/The Black Blitz (1958). Charismatic multitalent Toni Sailer (1935-2009) was a legendary Austrian alpine ski racer, one of the best the sport has ever produced. The ‘Black Blitz from Kitz’ appeared as an actor and singer in several films and tv series. He was a national hero and matinee idol rolled into one.