
Viveca Lindfors
Born: 1920-12-29
Place of Birth: 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.
Known For

Stargate

Oscuros sueños de agosto

Silent Madness

The Hand

Creepshow

Four in a Jeep

Zandalee

A Wedding

Secret Weapons

Voices

Yellow Ward

King of Kings

Tabu

Backfire

The Exorcist III

Rachel River

Passions

The Way We Were

Coming Apart

Morgondagens melodi

Girlfriends

The Story of Ruth

Dark City

Natural Enemies

Natural Enemies

The Last Tycoon

The Sure Thing

Minns ni?

The Brothers' Woman

Moonfleet

Going Undercover

Snurriga familjen

Zelda

Exiled in America

Bell from Hell

Appassionata

The Wind Is My Lover

Mom, the Wolfman and Me

Run for Cover

Who Is Henry Jaglom?

The Linguini Incident

Backstreet Justice

Freckled Max and the Spooks

Playing for Time

No Sad Songs for Me

Adventures of Don Juan

For Ladies Only

Night Unto Night

Svarta rosor

Looking for Richard

Interlude

The Halliday Brand

The Flying Missile

The Damned

The Serious Game

Unfinished Business

Run For Cover

Rendezvous in Black

An Affair of the Skin

Marie in the Windmill

The Tenth Level

Sylvia

Puzzle of a Downfall Child

La donna del peccato

Welcome to L.A.

The Best Little Girl in the World

Cauldron of Blood

No Time for Flowers

Last Summer in the Hamptons

Divorce Wars: A Love Story

Tempest

No Exit

To the Victor

I Accuse!

Journey Into Light

Fanfare for a Death Scene

Brainstorm

The Diary of Anne Frank

Marilyn: The Untold Story

Child of Darkness, Child of Light

This Side of the Law

The Three Wishes of Billy Grier

The Raiders

A Question of Guilt

A House Without Boundaries

Weddings and Babies

Nebbie sul mare

Jag är eld och luft

The Sin of Anna Lans

A Doctor's Story

The Ann Jillian Story

If I Could Marry the Minister
