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Stephanie Amarell

Actor
Stephanie Amarell is a German actress whose clear presence and emotional depth make her one of the most striking talents in young German cinema. Born in Munich in 1996, she began working in front of the camera at an early age and made a name for herself with intense performances in film and television. Her acting is characterized by great naturalness and psychological precision, which has made her convincing in both cinema productions and sophisticated series. In SCHWIMMEN (2018, directed by Luzie Loose), Amarell played the character Elisa, whose friendship with Anthea leads to a dangerous dynamic of dependence and control. The film premiered at the Munich Film Festival and was awarded the New German Cinema Prize. Amarell's performance was praised by critics as sensitive and powerful. With ABENDLAND (2023, directed by Omer Fast), she once again demonstrated her versatility. The film combines science fiction elements with social issues and raises questions about identity and moral responsibility. Amarell plays a young woman who finds herself caught between digital control and individual freedom—a role that impressively underscores her ability to give nuanced performances. She has also impressed in high-profile television productions. In Tatort and Der Kriminalist, she demonstrated her flair for creating believable characters. However, she became particularly well known for her role in the internationally successful Netflix series Dark, in which she played a central supporting role as part of a multi-layered ensemble cast. This expanded her audience far beyond the German market and cemented her reputation as a versatile actress with international potential.

Films

Abendland

Abendland

By Omer Fast

2024 | 115 min | Drama

Germany has become a failed state. Climate activists live out their utopia in the forest and fight forest workers, who threaten their dream.

Swimming

Swimming

By Luzie Loose

2018 | 101 min | Drama

Teens Elisa and Anthea devise a sinister and destructive game as a way to sustain their mismatched friendship.

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