Danish movie stars died in 1972
Here are 2 famous actresses from Denmark died in 1972:
Asta Nielsen
Asta Nielsen (September 11, 1881 Vesterbro, Copenhagen-May 24, 1972 Frederiksberg) also known as Asta Sofie Amalie Nielsen, Die Asta or The Silent Muse was a Danish actor, film producer, film director, artist and author. Her child is called Jesta Nielsen.
Asta Nielsen was one of the most prominent actresses during the silent film era in Europe. She appeared in over 70 films and became famous for her naturalistic acting style and captivating on-screen presence. Her breakthrough film was "Afgrunden" (The Abyss) released in 1910, directed by Danish filmmaker Urban Gad, whom she later married.
Nielsen was not only an actress but also a filmmaker, producing and directing films which were known for their strong female characters and feminist themes. She was also a skilled artist who created drawings, etchings, and lithographs, many of which were exhibited in galleries across Europe. Later in life, she also wrote an autobiography called "Memoiren einer Filmprimadonna" (Memoirs of a Film Primadonna) which detailed her life and career in the film industry.
Asta Nielsen's legacy in cinema and the arts continues to inspire filmmakers and artists to this day. In 1999, the Danish Film Institute established an Asta Nielsen Foundation to preserve her films and promote her legacy.
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Helga Frier
Helga Frier (June 12, 1893 Denmark-January 9, 1972) was a Danish actor.
Frier began her acting career in the early 1900s, performing on stages in Copenhagen before making her film debut in the 1910s. She appeared in numerous Danish films throughout her career and gained international recognition for her roles in the 1928 film "The Viking." Frier was known for her versatility and ability to portray a range of characters, from the comedic to the dramatic. She also acted in radio dramas and on television in the later years of her career. Frier received multiple awards and honors, including the prestigious Danish Bodil Award for Best Actress two times. She passed away in Copenhagen at the age of 78.
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