Proxima
2019 | 107 min | Drama
Alice Winocour's PROXIMA follows an astronaut preparing for a one-year mission aboard the International Space Station.
Sandra Hüller
ActorSandra Hüller is one of Germany's most acclaimed actresses, known for her powerful and multifaceted performances in film, television and theater. In MADONNEN (Madonnas), directed by Maria Speth, she played a young mother caught between family obligations and self-fulfillment. In her role in OVER US THE SKY (director: Jan Schomburg), Hüller gave a convincing performance as a grieving widow who is trying to rebuild her life after a stroke of fate. In IN THE CHASE (director: Jan Schomburg), she displayed her extraordinary talent in a demanding role dealing with the loss of memories.
Sandra Hüller achieved international fame for her performance in “Toni Erdmann” (directed by Maren Ade), which earned her numerous awards, including the European Film Award. Alongside her film career, she has also appeared in series such as “Polizeiruf 110”, demonstrating her versatility. Hüller has also appeared in other notable films such as “Requiem” (2006) and “In Times of Diminishing Light” (2017) and is an exceptional figure in German and international cinema, who continues to impress with her intense and authentic performances.
Films
Requiem
2006 | 93 min | Drama
Eine Frau mit Epilepsie erleidet in ihrem 1. Studienjahr einen Zusammenbruch. Ein Priester hilft ihr, mit ihrer strengen Erziehung zurechtzukommen.
Madonnas
By Maria Speth
2007 | 120 min | Drama
An astonishingly nuanced portrait of a young mother (Sandra Hüller) who neglects her children.
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