Viveca Lindfors
Actor
29 de diciembre de 1920 — 25 de octubre de 1995 (74 años)
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.
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
| 2007 | |
| 1995 | Last Summer in the Hamptons · as Helena MoraEn Plex |
| 1995 | Run for Cover · as Senator Anderson |
| 1994 | Stargate · as Catherine |
| 1994 | Backstreet Justice · as Mrs. Robovit |
| 1994 | McKenna · as Cast |
| 1993 | |
| 1992 | Exiled in America · as Dr. Helena Lindenhaim |
| 1991 | The Linguini Incident · as Miracle |
| 1991 | Zandalee · as Tatta |
| 1991 | Child of Darkness, Child of Light · as Ida Walsh |
| 1990 | Luba · as The Madame |
| 1990 | Law & Order · as Helga Holtz |
| 1990 | The Exorcist III · as Nurse XEn Plex |
| 1989 | Forced March · as CastEn Plex |
| 1989 | Misplaced · as Zofia |
| 1989 | Life Goes On · as Mrs. Doubcha |
| 1989 | Flickan vid stenbänken · as Storråda |
| 1988 | |
| 1988 | The Ann Jillian Story · as Ann's Mother |
| 1987 | Freckled Max and the Spooks · as Baronka |
| 1987 | Frankenstein's Aunt · as Teta |
| 1987 | Bloopermania · as Cast |
| 1987 | Rachel River · as Harriet White |
| 1986 | |
| 1985 | Going Undercover · as Mrs. Bellinger |
| 1985 | Secret Weapons · as Aunt Rosa Koslov |
| 1985 | The Sure Thing · as Professor Taub |
| 1984 | The Three Wishes of Billy Grier · as Dr. Rice |
| 1984 | Silent Madness · as Mrs. CollinsEn Plex |
| 1984 | Passions · as Lila |
| 1984 | Glitter · as Tba |
| 1984 | A Doctor's Story · as Mrs. Kristina Karlberg |
| 1984 | CBS Schoolbreak Special · as Anna RosenbergEn Plex |
| 1983 | |
| 1982 | Creepshow · as Aunt Bedelia (segment "father's Day") |
| 1982 | Inside the Third Reich · as Gypsy Woman |
| 1982 | Divorce Wars: A Love Story · as Barbara Harper |
| 1981 | For Ladies Only · as Rachel Loring |
| 1981 | The Best Little Girl in the World · as Madame Seurat |
| 1981 | The Hand · as Psychologist |
| 1981 | |
| 1980 | Mom, the Wolfman and Me · as Grandma Bergman |
| 1980 | Playing for Time · as Frau Schmidt |
| 1980 | Marilyn: The Untold Story · as Natasha Lytess |
| 1979 | Natural Enemies · as Psychiatrist |
| 1979 | Trapper John, M.D. · as Zella Korevechi |
| 1979 | Linus and the Mysterious Red Brick House · as Ambassadress |
| 1979 | Voices · as Mrs. Lemon |
| 1978 | Girlfriends · as Beatrice |
| 1978 | A Wedding · as Ingrid Hellstrom |
| 1978 | A Question of Guilt · as Dr. Rosen |
| 1977 | Taboo · as Sirkka Lind |
| 1976 | Welcome to L.A. · as Susan Moore |
| 1976 | The Tenth Level · as Mrs. Schnagel |
| 1973 | The Way We Were · as Paula Reisner |
| 1973 | Bell from Hell · as MartaEn Plex |
| 1972 | The House Without Frontiers · as Señorita Elvira |
| 1970 | Puzzle of a Downfall Child · as Paula Galba |
| 1970 | The Interns · as Jennie |
| 1970 | All My Children · as Simone |
| 1969 | Coming Apart · as Monica |
| 1969 | Medical Center · as Kyri Gregaros |
| 1968 | Cauldron of Blood · as Tania Badulescu |
| 1968 | Oscuros sueños de agosto · as Isabel |
| 1967 | The Diary of Anne Frank · as Petronella Van Daan |
| 1967 | Coronet Blue · as Kyra Nataseh |
| 1965 | The F.B.I. · as Eva BolenEn Plex |
| 1965 | Brainstorm · as Dr. Elizabeth Larstadt |
| 1965 | Sylvia · as Irma Olanski |
| 1964 | 12 O'Clock High · as Nicole Trouchard |
| 1964 | Voyage to the Bottom of the Sea · as Laura |
| 1964 | Fanfare for a Death Scene · as Ala Sarah |
| 1963 | An Affair of the Skin · as Victoria |
| 1962 | The Damned · as Freya Neilson |
| 1962 | The Doctors and the Nurses · as Mrs. Borman |
| 1962 | No Exit · as Inez |
| 1961 | Le temps du ghetto · as Narrator (english Version) |
| 1961 | King of Kings · as Claudia |
| 1961 | |
| 1961 | The Defenders · as Madeline Flanders |
| 1960 | The Story of Ruth · as Eleilat |
| 1960 | Johnny Midnight · as Simone |
| 1959 | The Play of the Week · as Belia Odry |
| 1959 | Adventures in Paradise · as Sister Catherine |
| 1959 | Five Fingers · as Madame Zapote |
| 1959 | Bonanza · as Angela BergstromEn Plex |
| 1959 | The Third Man · as Elsa |
| 1959 | The Untouchables · as Mrs. Jarreau |
| 1959 | Rawhide · as Luisa Esquivel Y Hadley |
| 1958 | Tempest · as Catherine Ii |
| 1958 | Naked City · as Lulu Kronen |
| 1958 | I Accuse! · as Lucie Dreyfus |
| 1958 | Weddings and Babies · as Bea |
| 1957 | The DuPont Show of the Month · as Camilla, La Perichole |
| 1957 | The Halliday Brand · as Aleta Burris |
| 1956 | Playhouse 90 · as Kathleen Moore |
| 1955 | Alcoa Hour · as Anna |
| 1955 | Moonfleet · as Mrs. Minton |
| 1955 | Run for Cover · as Helga Swenson |
| 1954 | Camera Three · as Cast |
| 1954 | Climax! · as Soledad Barojo |
| 1953 | The United States Steel Hour · as Danielle |
| 1953 | The Loretta Young Show · as Louise Reynard |
| 1953 | You Are There · as Cast |
| 1952 | No Time for Flowers · as Anna Svoboda |
| 1952 | The Raiders · as Elena De Ortega |
| 1952 | Omnibus · as Princess Katherine (segment: Henry V, Act 5, Scene 2) |
| 1952 | Ford Theatre: All Star Theatre · as Maria Andrassy |
| 1951 | Goodyear Television Playhouse · as Cast |
| 1951 | Journey Into Light · as Christine Thorssen |
| 1951 | Four in a Jeep · as Franziska Idinger |
| 1950 | The Flying Missile · as Karin Hansen |
| 1950 | Dark City · as Victoria Winant |
| 1950 | The Lux Video Theatre · as Julie |
| 1950 | This Side of the Law · as Evelyn Taylor |
| 1950 | No Sad Songs for Me · as Chris Radna |
| 1950 | Backfire · as Lysa Radoff |
| 1949 | The Wind Is My Lover · as Singoalla |
| 1949 | Night Unto Night · as Ann Gracy |
| 1949 | |
| 1948 | Adventures of Don Juan · as Rainha Margarida |
| 1948 | Studio One · as Lisa |
| 1948 | The Philco Television Playhouse · as Widow |
| 1948 | To the Victor · as Christine Lund Lestrac |
| 1947 | Kraft Television Theatre · as Gabrielle Delbos |
| 1946 | Interlude · as Vellamo Toivonen |
| 1945 | Den allvarsamma leken · as Lydia Stille |
| 1945 | |
| 1945 | Maria på Kvarngården · as Maria Holgersson |
| 1944 | Jag är eld och luft · as Jenny Ahrman |
| 1944 | Appassionata · as Maria |
| 1943 | The Brothers' Woman · as Emma |
| 1943 | The Sin of Anna Lans · as Anna Lans |
| 1942 | |
| 1942 | Gula kliniken · as Nurse Doris |
| 1942 | |
| 1941 | Tänk, om jag gifter mig med prästen · as Eva Örn |
| 1941 | I paradis... · as Angelica Jansson |
| 1940 | Snurriga familjen · as Cleaning Woman |
| 1996 | Looking for Richard · as Self |
| 1996 | The 68th Annual Academy Awards · as Self |
| 1995 | Who Is Henry Jaglom? · as Self |
| 1990 | The World of Hammer · as Self (archive Footage) |
| 1983 | Reading Rainbow · as Self - Narrator (voice) |
| 1980 | Here Is Your Life · as Self |
| 1974 | Dinah! · as Self |
| 1964 | Late Night Line-Up · as Self |
| 1961 | The Mike Douglas Show · as Self |
| 1961 | Password · as Self |
| 1957 | America After Dark · as Self |
| 1953 | Panorama · as Self |
| 1948 | The Ed Sullivan Show · as Self |