Vivian Schmidt

Actor

Vivian Schmidt is a German actress who is best known for her role as Rosi in the DEFA children's film DAS EISMEER RUFT (1984, directed by Jörg Foth). In this cinematic adventure based on the children's book by Alex Wedding, five children from Prague embark on an Arctic rescue mission to help shipwrecked sailors in distress. The film captivates with its childlike imagination and powerful symbolism and has been hailed as a cinematic call for idealism and compassion. Although Vivian Schmidt's film portrait has so far been limited mainly to this role, the film has achieved cult status and she remains unforgettable for her impressive portrayal of Rosi. The film is one of the remarkable children's works of the GDR from the early 1980s and marked an outstanding acting debut for Vivian Schmidt. Vivian Schmidt is a prime example of those young DEFA actresses who remain anchored in the collective cinema memory for a long time thanks to a single memorable performance.

Films on Sooner

The Arctic Is Calling

1984

81 mins

Kids & Family

Five young people from Prague set out to rescue the crew of a Soviet research ship wrecked in the Arctic Ocean.