Viveca Lindfors
Born December 29, 1920 (Age: 105)
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Uppsala, Uppsala län, Sweden
Biography
Viveca Lindfors (1920-1995) was a renowned Swedish-American actress known for her versatility and captivating performances on stage, in film, and on television. Born in Uppsala, Sweden, Lindfors developed a passion for the performing arts from a young age, honing her craft at the prestigious Royal Dramatic Theatre in Stockholm. In 1946, Lindfors was brought to Hollywood by Warner Brothers in the hope that she would become a new Greta Garbo or Ingrid Bergman - two of Sweden's most famous cinematic exports. This marked the beginning of a prolific international career that would span several decades. Lindfors went on to appear in a wide range of acclaimed films, including the film noir classic "I'll Cry Tomorrow" and the psychological thriller "The Addams Family." Beyond her on-screen work, Lindfors was also a respected theater actress, garnering critical acclaim for her portrayals of iconic roles such as Hedda Gabler and Medea. Her versatility and emotional depth were widely praised, and she was known for her ability to bring nuance and complexity to even the most challenging characters. In addition to her acting work, Lindfors was also a dedicated educator and mentor, sharing her expertise and passion for the performing arts with aspiring actors and directors. She taught at several prestigious institutions, including the Actors Studio in New York, and was instrumental in nurturing the next generation of theatrical talent. Throughout her career, Lindfors received numerous accolades and honors, including a Primetime Emmy Award for her performance in the television film "Testimony of Two Men." She was also recognized with a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Swedish Film Institute, cementing her status as one of the most respected and influential Swedish actors of the 20th century.
Viveca Lindfors (1920-1995) was a renowned Swedish-American actress known for her versatility and captivating performances on stage, in film, and on television. Born in Uppsala, Sweden, Lindfors developed a passion for the performing arts from a young age, honing her craft at the prestigious Royal Dramatic Theatre in Stockholm.
In 1946, Lindfors was brought to Hollywood by Warner Brothers in the hope that she would become a new Greta Garbo or Ingrid Bergman - two of Sweden's most famous cinematic exports. This marked the beginning of a prolific international career that would span several decades. Lindfors went on to appear in a wide range of acclaimed films, including the film noir classic "I'll Cry Tomorrow" and the psychological thriller "The Addams Family."
Beyond her on-screen work, Lindfors was also a respected theater actress, garnering critical acclaim for her portrayals of iconic roles such as Hedda Gabler and Medea. Her versatility and emotional depth were widely praised, and she was known for her ability to bring nuance and complexity to even the most challenging characters.
In addition to her acting work, Lindfors was also a dedicated educator and mentor, sharing her expertise and passion for the performing arts with aspiring actors and directors. She taught at several prestigious institutions, including the Actors Studio in New York, and was instrumental in nurturing the next generation of theatrical talent.
Throughout her career, Lindfors received numerous accolades and honors, including a Primetime Emmy Award for her performance in the television film "Testimony of Two Men." She was also recognized with a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Swedish Film Institute, cementing her status as one of the most respected and influential Swedish actors of the 20th century.
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Filmography
Who Is Henry Jaglom?
1997
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as Self
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Age: 76
Looking for Richard
1996
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as Self
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Age: 75
Stargate
1994
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as Catherine
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Age: 73
Zelda
1993
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as
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Age: 72
Minns ni?
1993
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as (archive footage)
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Age: 72
No Image
Geoffrey Beene 30
1993
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as
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Age: 72
Exiled in America
1992
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as Dr. Helena Lindenhaim
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Age: 71
Zandalee
1991
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as Tatta
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Age: 70
The Linguini Incident
1991
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as Miracle
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Age: 70
Child of Darkness, Child of Light
1991
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as Ida Walsh
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Age: 70
The Exorcist III
1990
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as Nurse X
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Age: 69
No Image
Goin' to Chicago
1990
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as
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Age: 69
No Image
Misplaced
1989
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as Zofia
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Age: 68
Rachel River
1989
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as Harriet White
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Age: 68
Going Undercover
1988
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as Mrs. Bellinger
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Age: 67
The Ann Jillian Story
1988
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as Ann's Mother
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Age: 67
Freckled Max and the Spooks
1987
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as Baronka
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Age: 66
Unfinished Business
1987
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as Helena
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Age: 66
Secret Weapons
1985
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as Aunt Rosa Koslov
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Age: 64
The Sure Thing
1985
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as Professor Taub
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Age: 64
Creepshow
1982
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as Aunt Bedelia (segment "Father's Day")
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Age: 61
For Ladies Only
1981
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as Rachel Loring
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Age: 60
The Best Little Girl in the World
1981
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as Madame Seurat
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Age: 60
The Hand
1981
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as Psychologist
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Age: 60
Marilyn: The Untold Story
1980
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as Natasha Lytess
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Age: 59
Mom, the Wolfman and Me
1980
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as Grandma Bergman
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Age: 59
Playing for Time
1980
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as Frau Schmidt
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Age: 59
A Wedding
1978
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as Ingrid Hellstrom
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Age: 57
Girlfriends
1978
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as Beatrice
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Age: 57
A Question of Guilt
1978
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as Dr. Rosen
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Age: 57
Bell from Hell
1974
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as Marta
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Age: 53
The Way We Were
1973
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as Paula Reisner
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Age: 52
A House Without Boundaries
1972
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as Señorita Elvira
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Age: 51
Coming Apart
1969
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as Monica
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Age: 48
Brainstorm
1965
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as Dr. Elizabeth Larstadt
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Age: 44
Sylvia
1965
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as Irma Olanski
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Age: 44
Fanfare for a Death Scene
1964
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as Ala Sarah
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Age: 43
An Affair of the Skin
1963
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as Victoria
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Age: 42
The Damned
1962
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as Freya Neilson
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Age: 41
No Exit
1962
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as Inez
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Age: 41
No Image
Five Fingers : The Temple of the Swinging Doll
1961
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as Madame Zapote
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Age: 40
King of Kings
1961
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as Claudia
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Age: 40
Weddings and Babies
1960
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as Bea
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Age: 39
The Story of Ruth
1960
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as Eleilat
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Age: 39
Tempest
1958
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as Catherine II
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Age: 37
I Accuse!
1958
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as Lucie Dreyfus
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Age: 37
Rendezvous in Black
1956
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as Martine
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Age: 35
Moonfleet
1955
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as Mrs. Minton
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Age: 34
Run for Cover
1955
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as Helga Swenson
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Age: 34
The Flying Missile
1950
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as Karin Hansen
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Age: 29
Dark City
1950
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as Victoria Winant
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Age: 29
This Side of the Law
1950
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as Evelyn Taylor
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Age: 29
No Sad Songs for Me
1950
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as Chris Radna
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Age: 29
Backfire
1950
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as Lysa Radoff
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Age: 29
The Serious Game
1945
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as Lydia Stille
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Age: 24
Svarta rosor
1945
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as
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Age: 24
Marie in the Windmill
1945
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as Maria Holgersson
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Age: 24
La donna del peccato
1942
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as
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Age: 22
Morgondagens melodi
1942
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as
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Age: 21
Yellow Ward
1942
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as Nurse Doris
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Age: 21
If I Could Marry the Minister
1941
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as Eva Örn
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Age: 20
I paradis ...
1941
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as Angelica Jansson
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Age: 20