Asta Nielsen
Also known as Die Asta
dansk skådespelare (1881-1972)
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Asta Nielsen was a Danish actress who lived from 1881 to 1972 and became one of the most prominent film stars of the early cinema era. She is historically significant as a pioneering figure in silent film who helped establish acting as a major art form during the medium's formative years.
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Person · Open Library
- Born
- 1881
- Died
- 1972
- Works
- 5
Top works
- Die schweigende Muse
- Asta Nielsen
- Die schweigende Muse: [Lebenserinnerungen] (Henschel Taschenbuch)
- Asta Nielsen breve 1911-71
- Den tiende muse
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Film & TV
Acting · Vesterbro, Copenhagen, Denmark
Asta Sofie Amalie Nielsen (1881–1972) is considered one of the most influential figures in early film history. Born on September 11, 1881, in Copenhagen, she grew up in modest circumstances. Her father died when she was young, and the family had to move frequently. Despite these difficult circumstances, Nielsen developed a strong affinity for the stage even as a young girl. She took acting…
Known for
- Asta Nielsen - Europas erste Filmikone — Self (archive footage)2023
- Sex, Sensations & Superstars: The History of Danish Silent Cinema — Self – Interviewee (archive footage)2020
- Play On! Shakespeare in Silent Film — Self2016
- Den talende muse - samtaler med Asta Nielsen — (archive footage)2003
- Die Asta - portræt af Asta Nielsen — Self (archive footage)
Article · Svenska
Asta Sophie Amalie Nielsen, född 11 september 1881 i Vesterbro, Köpenhamn, Danmark, död 25 maj 1972 i Köpenhamn, var en dansk skådespelare, som räknas som en av de främsta inom stumfilmen. Asta Nielsen var tidig filmstjärna i Tyskland.
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