Viveca Lindfors

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.

Cast

Stargate

(Catherine)

The Way We Were

(Paula Reisner)

Secret Weapons

(Aunt Rosa Koslov)

The Brothers' Woman

(Emma)

The Exorcist III

(Nurse X)

Zelda

The Sure Thing

(Professor Taub)

Backfire

(Lysa Radoff)

The Halliday Brand

(Aleta Burris)

Adventures of Don Juan

(Rainha Margarida)

Brainstorm

(Dr. Elizabeth Larstadt)

The Hand

(Doctress)

Dark City

(Victoria Winant)

King of Kings

(Claudia)

Moonfleet

(Mrs. Minton)

Silent Madness

(Mrs. Collins)

The Story of Ruth

(Eleilat)

Minns ni?

((archive footage))

This Side of the Law

(Evelyn Taylor)

A Wedding

(Ingrid Hellstrom)

Nebbie sul mare

(Maria Rosai)

Coming Apart

(Monica)

The Damned

(Freya Neilson)

Bell from Hell

(Marta)

Puzzle of a Downfall Child

(Paula Galba)

Run for Cover

(Helga Swenson)

Welcome to L.A.

(Susan Moore)

Sylvia

(Irma Olanski)

The Wind Is My Lover

(Singoalla)

Fanfare for a Death Scene

(Ala Sarah)

No Exit

(Inez)

Night Unto Night

(Ann Gracy)

A Question of Guilt

(Dr. Rosen)

Tabu

(Sirkka Lind)

Interlude

(Vellamo Toivonen)

Weddings and Babies

(Bea)

Voices

(Mrs. Lemon)

Last Summer in the Hamptons

(Helena Mora)

Maria på Kvarngården

(Maria Holgersson)

I Accuse!

(Lucie Dreyfus)

No Sad Songs for Me

(Chris Radna)

Marilyn: The Untold Story

(Natasha Lytess)

Snurriga familjen

(Cleaning woman)

Tempest

(Catherine II)

The Flying Missile

(Karin Hansen)

I paradis ...

(Angelica Jansson)

Zandalee

(Tatta)

Child of Darkness, Child of Light

(Ida Walsh)

The Tenth Level

(Mrs. Schnagel)

Five Fingers : The Temple of the Swinging Doll

(Madame Zapote)

The Linguini Incident

(Miracle)

Inside the Third Reich

(Gypsy woman)

The Sin of Anna Lans

(Anna Lans)

Misplaced

(Zofia)

Divorce Wars: A Love Story

(Barbara Harper)

Journey Into Light

(Christine Thorssen)

For Ladies Only

(Rachel Loring)

The Best Little Girl in the World

(Madame Seurat)

The Raiders

(Elena de Ortega)

The Last Tycoon

(Kathleen Moore)

To the Victor

(Christine Lund Lestrac)

The Three Wishes of Billy Grier

(Dr. Rice)

Oscuros sueños de agosto

(Isabel)

Cauldron of Blood

(Tania Badulescu)

Morgondagens melodi

Svarta rosor

Rachel River

(Harriet White)

If I Could Marry the Minister

(Eva Örn)

Backstreet Justice

(Mrs. Robovit)

Four in a Jeep

(Franziska Idinger)

No Time for Flowers

(Anna Svoboda)

The Serious Game

(Lydia Stille)

Going Undercover

(Mrs. Bellinger)

Freckled Max and the Spooks

(Baronka)

A Doctor's Story

(Mrs. Kristina Karlberg)

Passions

(Lila)

Creepshow

(Aunt Bedelia (segment "Father's Day"))

Exiled in America

(Dr. Helena Lindenhaim)

Natural Enemies

(Psychiatrist)

Appassionata

(Maria)

The Diary of Anne Frank

(Petronella Van Daan)

A House Without Boundaries

(Señorita Elvira)

Run For Cover

(Senator Anderson)

Unfinished Business

(Helena)

The Ann Jillian Story

(Ann's Mother)

Geoffrey Beene 30

Yellow Ward

(Nurse Doris)

Playing for Time

(Frau Schmidt)

An Affair of the Skin

(Victoria)

Jag är eld och luft

(Jenny Ahrman)

Mom, the Wolfman and Me

(Grandma Bergman)

Girlfriends

(Beatrice)

Who Is Henry Jaglom?

(Self)

Natural Enemies

(Dr. Baker)

Goin' to Chicago

Law & Order

(Helga Holtz)

The F.B.I.

(Eva Bolen)

Frankenstein's Aunt

(Teta)

China Beach

Dynasty

Naked City

(Lulu Kronen)

Hotel

Studio One

(Lisa)

The Ed Sullivan Show

(Self)

Rawhide

Lux Video Theatre

(Julie)

Climax!

(Soledad Barojo)

Adventures in Paradise

(Sister Catherine)

The Philco Television Playhouse

(Widow)

Ben Casey

Suspense

Johnny Midnight

(Simone)

Letter to Loretta

(Louise Reynard)

Reading Rainbow

(Herself - Narrator (voice))

Bonanza

(Angela Bergstrom)

Play of the Week

(Belia Odry)

Climax!

(Solange Tanbeau)

DuPont Show of the Month

(Camilla, la Perichole)

Climax!

(Lisa Muller)

The Wizard

The Mike Douglas Show

(Self)

Voyage to the Bottom of the Sea

(Laura)