Liv Ullmann
Liv Ullmann is a renowned Norwegian actress and director, celebrated for her collaborations with filmmaker Ingmar Bergman. She is best known for her roles in films like 'Persona' and 'The Emigrants'. Ullmann's career spans several decades, earning her acclaim for her emotional depth and unique... Read More
Known for
Persona (2019)
An exploration of different personas in an eclectic collection of four works by critically acclaimed Korean directors.
Scenes from a Marriage (2021–)
A chronicle of the many years of love and turmoil that bind a contemporary American couple, tracking their relationship as it progresses through a...
Personal details
Credits
| Year | Title | Character | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 |
Liv Ullmann: A Road Less TravelledThe life of a Norwegian icon, a world-renowned artist and a dedicated humanitarian: actress Liv Ullmann. |
Self | |
| 2022 |
Forever as the End – FateFollowing Kristallnacht in 1938, Ulrich Ollendorff’s family flees Berlin as to avoid the horrific destiny shared by six and a... |
Herself - Narrator (voice) | |
| 2022 |
Prejudice and Pride: Swedish Film QueerA journey through Swedish queer film history. |
Self | |
| 2018 |
Wars Don't EndDuring World War II, 12 000 children were born to Norwegian mothers and German soldiers. In WARS DON’T END five... |
Narrator (voice) | |
| 2018 |
Bergman: A Year in a LifeThe year 1957 was one of the most prolific for the Swedish filmmaker Ingmar Bergman: he shot two films, released... |
Self | |
| 2018 |
Searching for Ingmar BergmanA meaningful account of the personal and professional life of the great Swedish filmmaker Ingmar Bergman (1918-2007) that explores his... |
Self - Actress | |
| 2018 |
Home TownWho are we? Where do we come from? With private recordings, unique archive footage and stories from famous and unknown... |
Herself (voice) | |
| 2018 |
Persona: The Film That Saved Ingmar BergmanIn 1965 Ingmar Bergman filmed “Persona”, the cult film that brought together all of the Swedish filmmaker’s obsessions and became... |
Self | |
| 2017 |
Citizen ScheinHarry Schein was an anomaly in Swedish cultural society. Equal parts playboy, intellectual, and political visionary, his life story could... |
Self | |
| 2015 |
Ingrid Bergman: In Her Own WordsA personal and captivating account of the extraordinary life and work of Ingrid Bergman (1915-82), a young Swedish woman who... |
Self | |
| 2014 |
I Am DivineHarris Glenn Milstead, aka Divine (1945-1988) was the ultimate outsider turned underground hero. Spitting in the face of the status... |
Self (archive) | |
| 2013 | Self | ||
| 2012 |
Two LivesEurope 1990, the Berlin wall has just crumbled: Katrine, raised in East Germany, but now living in Norway for the... |
Ase Evensen | |
| 2012 |
Liv & IngmarThe 42 year long relationship between legendary actress Liv Ullmann and master filmmaker Ingmar Bergman. |
Self | |
| 2012 |
Final Cut: Ladies and GentlemenA film where anything can happen - the hero and the heroine changes their faces, age, look, names, and so... |
(archive footage) | |
| 2011 | Unknown character | ||
| 2011 |
Viaggio in BergmaniaThis is a cinematic pilgrimage by two young Turkish directors to their biggest source of inspiration, Ingmar Bergman. Their desire... |
Self | |
| 2010 |
… But Film Is My MistressGuided by Liv Ullmann and with commentaries from a number of prominent filmmakers for whom Bergman is and remains an... |
Self | |
| 2010 |
MasterclassMasterClass is a documentary television series airing on HBO. Each half-hour episode documents the experience of a small group of... |
Self | |
| 2009 |
SkavlanSkavlan is a Norwegian-Swedish television talk show hosted by Norwegian journalist Fredrik Skavlan. It premiered in Sweden on Sveriges Television... |
Self - Guest | |
| 2008 |
Through a Glass, DarklyA moving, magic and playful story about a young girl who, at the end of her life, learns to accept... |
Grandmother | |
| 2007 |
Norwegian SeamenThe history of Norwegian seamen goes from the Viking Age, and over to the present time when young people want... |
Forteller | |
| 2006 |
Løven - Henrik IbsenWe follow Henrik Ibsen throughout his life. From early shame over his father's bankruptcy, via bitterness over the then conservative... |
Unknown character | |
| 2006 |
Ecstasy PoemSide by side, two faces of the same woman looking at the camera are in slow motion. All nuances of... |
Unknown character | |
| 2006 |
The Danish PoetA woman ponders over the strange coincidences that made her forefathers and -mothers meet and create the premises for her... |
Narrator (voice) | |
| 2005 |
Filmmakers vs. TycoonsHow the cinema industry does not respect the author's work as it was conceived, how manipulates the motion pictures in... |
Self | |
| 2005 |
To Paint With PicturesDocumentary about the making of Swedish film director Jan Troell's "The New Land" (1971) and "The Emigrants" (1972). |
Self | |
| 2004 |
A Poem in ImagesA featurette on Ingmar Bergman's Persona. |
Self | |
| 2004 |
The Search for SanityA short documentary about Hour of the Wolf. |
Self | |
| 2004 |
Shame: The Search for HumanityA short documentary about Skammen |
Unknown character | |
| 2004 |
Away from HomeA documentary about the making of Ingmar Bergman's 1977 film "The Serpent's Egg." |
Self | |
| 2004 |
Passion of Anna: Disintegration of PassionA documentary about En Passion |
Self | |
| 2003 |
Directed by Bergman (The Making of Saraband)A documentary about the production of Ingmar Bergman's TV film "Saraband." |
Self | |
| 2003 |
SarabandReuniting the characters of Johan and Marianne three decades after "Scenes from a Marriage," "Saraband" follows Marianne’s visit to her... |
Marianne | |
| 2003 |
Chaplin Today: A Woman of Paris"A Woman of Paris" (1923) was the first film Chaplin made for United Artists Film Corporation, which he founded with... |
Self | |
| 2002 |
Did you leave us, Blake?Short documentary |
Self - Host | |
| 2000 |
Light Keeps Me CompanyCarl-Gustaf Nykvist's documentary about his father, Sven Nykvist. The film is based on Sven's memoirs with Sven himself as narrator.... |
Self | |
| 1998 | Self | ||
| 1998 | Self | ||
| 1997 |
Liv Ullmann Scener Fra Et LivThe film is a portrait of Liv Ullmann as an actress, director, human rights activist and a private person. The... |
Self | |
| 1996 |
Ingrid Bergman RememberedHer name conjures up beauty, grace, talent and style. One of the greatest actresses of her time, she is best... |
Self (archive footage) | |
| 1995 |
I Am Curious, FilmThe Scandinavian entry in the BFI's Century of Cinema series of documentaries |
Self | |
| 1995 |
StjärnbilderA tribute to Swedish film, which was made to celebrate the 100th anniversary of film in 1995 and consists of... |
(archive footage) | |
| 1995 | Emma Zorn | ||
| 1994 |
ZornSwedish painter Anders Zorn gained notoriety for his nudes. His works are currently worth millions. The film is set in... |
Emma Zorn | |
| 1994 |
DreamplayHindu god Indra has a daughter Agnes, who visits Earth to find out if people have legitimate complaints. She marries... |
Ticket Seller | |
| 1993 |
Minns ni?A quick overview of Swedish film history, featuring a breathtaking cavalry of scenes from about 170 films. |
(archive footage) | |
| 1993 |
Die Frauen in Ingmar Bergmans FilmenDocumentary about the Woman in Ingmar Bergman's Movies |
Self | |
| 1992 |
The Long ShadowUpon his father's death, a Hungarian stage actor travels to Israel for the funeral and meets his stepmother for the... |
Unknown character | |
| 1991 |
MindwalkOn the French island of Mont Saint-Michel, Jack, a failed presidential candidate, Tom, a poet and Sonia, a physicist, engage... |
Sonia Hoffman | |
| 1991 |
The OxIn desperation brought on by near-starvation, Helge Roos kills his master's ox to feed his wife and baby daughter, setting... |
Maria | |
| 1991 |
Time of IndifferenceA penniless countess falls in love with a cad, unaware that he is also involved on the side with her... |
Maria Grazia | |
| 1991 |
Sadako and the Thousand Paper CranesTrue story (based on the book by Eleanor Coerr) about a Japanese girl named Sadako Sasaki, who was two years... |
Narrator (voice) | |
| 1990 |
Night of 100 Stars IIIA celebrity benefit for The Actors' Fund of America, featuring music, songs, dance and comedy. |
Self | |
| 1990 |
Pictures of EuropeWhat makes European cinema so special? Find out in Paul Joyce’s feature-length documentary, Pictures of Europe, which examines the differences... |
Self | |
| 1989 |
The Rose GardenIn Germany, an old man attacks another old man and is arrested. The attacker refuses to speak. A female lawyer... |
Gabriele | |
| 1989 |
The GirlfriendSince childhood, Raquel and Maria have been close friends. Now all grown-up, Raquel has fulfilled her dream of becoming an... |
María | |
| 1987 |
Gaby: A True StoryThe life of Gaby Brimmer, a girl physically handicapped, who finally gets her goals of study and triumph. |
Sari | |
| 1987 | Ida Nudel | ||
| 1986 |
Let's Hope It's a GirlA multifaceted exploration of the pointlessness of sexual stereotypes. Liv Ullmann is a countess who, after her divorce, takes over... |
Elena | |
| 1984 |
The Bay BoyA Roman Catholic teenage boy in Glace Bay, Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia during the 1930s faces various growing-up problems:... |
Jenny Campbell | |
| 1984 |
Dangerous MovesDuring the Cold War, the World Chess Championship clashed complete opposites - personal and political. |
Marina Fromm | |
| 1984 |
The Wild DuckIbsen's play, adapted to Australia, concerns a couple forced to answer for their daughter's legitimacy. |
Gina | |
| 1983 |
JennyJenny Winge tries to make a career as a painter by going to Rome. |
Jenny Winge | |
| 1983 |
Jacobo Timerman: Prisoner Without a Name, Cell Without a NumberAn Argentinian newspaper publisher is imprisoned by his government for dissent. |
Mrs. Timerman | |
| 1982 |
Night of 100 StarsThe most glittering, expensive, and exhausting videotaping session in television history took place Friday February 19, 1982 at New York's... |
Self | |
| 1980 |
Richard's ThingsFollowing her husband's death, a wife discovers and confronts her husband's lover. Their mutual pain, love, envy and jealousy bring... |
Kate Morris | |
| 1980 | Self | ||
| 1979 |
The Human VoiceAfter “five years of happiness,” a love affair is ending. The woman uses the telephone as the last remaining connection... |
She | |
| 1979 |
The Lady from the SeaNorwegian TV-Drama based on Henrik Ibsen's play. All the choices you take, have consequences for both oneself and others. |
Unknown character | |
| 1979 |
PlayersA rising tennis star falls for an older woman engaged with a wealthy man she doesn't love. |
Spectator | |
| 1979 |
A Look at LivUsing original footage and interviews, family photos, and excepts from many of the actress's screen and stage performances, the film... |
Self | |
| 1979 |
Det hender ikke megInterviews with Kjell who is a cancer patient, children who smoke and various celebrities on their views and experiences on... |
Self | |
| 1978 |
The Making of Autumn SonataThis behind-the-scenes documentary follows the production of Autumn Sonata, capturing rehearsals, filming sessions, and discussions during the shoot. The film... |
Self | |
| 1978 |
Autumn SonataAfter a seven-year absence, Charlotte Andergast travels to Sweden to reunite with her daughter Eva. The pair have a troubled... |
Eva | |
| 1977 |
The Serpent's EggIn 1923 Berlin, following the suicide of his brother, an American acrobat struggles to survive while facing unemployment, depression, alcoholism,... |
Manuela Rosenberg | |
| 1977 |
A Bridge Too FarThe story of Operation Market Garden—a failed attempt by the allies in the latter stages of WWII to end the... |
Kate ter Horst | |
| 1976 | Unknown character | ||
| 1976 |
Face to FaceA psychiatrist temporarily separated from her family begins to experience severe psychological distress while working at a mental hospital and... |
Jenny Isaksson | |
| 1976 |
Face to FaceA psychiatrist temporarily separated from her family begins to experience severe psychological distress while working at a mental hospital and... |
Dr. Jenny Isaksson | |
| 1975 |
The Magic FluteThe Queen of the Night enlists a handsome prince named Tamino to rescue her beautiful kidnapped daughter, Princess Pamina, in... |
Woman in Audience (uncredited) | |
| 1975 |
LeonorRichard is a medieval nobleman. After his first wife dies in an accident and is buried in the family vault,... |
Leonor | |
| 1975 |
Midi PremièreMidi Première is a French variety show presented by Danièle Gilbert, directed by Jacques Pierre and broadcast from January 6,... |
Self | |
| 1974 |
The EmigrantsKarl and Kristina Nilsson work on a farm in a cold and desolate area of 19th century rural Sweden. Growing... |
Kristina | |
| 1974 |
The AbdicationQueen Christina of Sweden abdicates and travels to Rome to embrace the Catholic church. |
Queen Kristina | |
| 1974 |
Scenes from a MarriageJohan and Marianne are married and seem to have it all. Their happiness, however, is a façade for a troubled... |
Marianne | |
| 1974 |
Zandy's BrideZandy Allan purchases a mail-order bride, Hannah Lund. He treats her as a possession, without respect or humanity, until their... |
Hanna Lund | |
| 1974 |
The VocationSven Nykvist, best known as Ingmar Bergman cinematographer, made this film as a tribute to his father who was a... |
Narrator (voice) | |
| 1973 |
Foto: Sven NykvistA short documentary about the work of Swedish cinematographer and Ingmar Bergman collaborator, Sven Nykvist, emphasizing his style of lighting... |
Self | |
| 1973 |
40 CaratsAfter an overnight fling with a man nearly 20 years her junior while vacationing in Greece, Ann Stanley returns to... |
Ann Stanley | |
| 1973 |
Scenes from a MarriageJohan and Marianne appear to have a stable marriage, but their relationship begins to unravel when Johan reveals an affair.... |
Marianne | |
| 1973 |
Lost HorizonWhile escaping war-torn China, a group of Europeans crash in the Himalayas, where they are rescued and taken to the... |
Catherine | |
| 1972 |
Cries and WhispersAs Agnes slowly dies of cancer, her sisters are so immersed in their own psychic pains that they are unable... |
Maria | |
| 1972 |
Pope JoanBased on the medieval legend of Pope Joan, who was made Pope for a brief period around 855 A.D. The... |
Pope Joan | |
| 1972 |
The New LandA Swedish immigrant family struggles to adapt to their new life on the American frontier during the second half of... |
Kristina | |
| 1971 |
Film '72The BBC's flagship cinema review TV program featuring reviews of new releases, news items and interviews. The title of the... |
Self | |
| 1971 |
The EmigrantsKarl and Kristina Nilsson work on a farm in a cold and desolate area of 19th century rural Sweden. Growing... |
Kristina | |
| 1971 |
The Night VisitorAn insane Swedish farmer escapes from an asylum to get revenge on his sister, her husband and others. |
Ester Jenks | |
| 1970 |
Cold SweatDuring the Korean War, Joe Moran, is convicted for striking a colonel. Imprisoned in Germany he encounters his former company... |
Fabienne Martin | |
| 1969 |
The Passion of AnnaA recently divorced man and an emotionally devastated widow begin a love affair. |
Anna Fromm | |
| 1969 |
An-MagrittIn Norway in the 1600s, An-Magritt is born as the result of a rape. |
An-Magritt | |
| 1968 |
ShameIn the midst of a civil war, a pair of former violinists in a tempestuous marriage oversee a farm on... |
Eva Rosenberg | |
| 1968 |
The Dick Cavett ShowThe Dick Cavett Show has been the title of several talk shows hosted by Dick Cavett on various television networks. |
Self - Guest | |
| 1968 |
An Introduction to Ingmar BergmanProduced in 1968 for New York's WNET public television station and filmed by Gunnar Fischer, host Lewis Freedman visits director... |
Self | |
| 1968 |
Hour of the WolfWhile vacationing on a remote German island with his younger pregnant wife, an artist has an emotional breakdown while confronting... |
Alma Borg | |
| 1967 |
CocktailpartyLavinia has left her husband before a cocktail party. They have both had relationships. A foreign guest, Sir Henry, analyzes... |
Celia | |
| 1966 |
PersonaA young nurse, Alma, is put in charge of Elisabeth Vogler: an actress who is seemingly healthy in all respects,... |
Elisabet Vogler | |
| 1966 |
The TrigonTwo old friends live together and live in their own happy but real world. Both dream of conquering Mabel, who... |
Mabel | |
| 1965 |
De kalte ham SkarvenAbout a fisherman who has to face judgement on his life after an accident. |
Ragna | |
| 1964 |
Møte med "Pæra"Schoolmates 20 years later. |
Berit Hansen | |
| 1964 | Self | ||
| 1963 |
Onkel VanjaA retired professor has returned to his estate to live with his beautiful young wife, Elena. |
Sonja | |
| 1962 |
Kort är sommarenLieutenant Glahn arrives in a small village in northern Norway. He wants to live in peace in the company of... |
Eva | |
| 1962 |
The Tonight Show Starring Johnny CarsonThe Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson is a talk show hosted by Johnny Carson under The Tonight Show franchise from... |
Self | |
| 1962 |
TonnyTonny is a school boy in foster care who serves his first sentence in jail. We follow him 24 hours... |
Kari | |
| 1961 |
The Mike Douglas ShowThe Mike Douglas Show is an American daytime television talk show hosted by Mike Douglas that originally aired only in... |
Self | |
| 1959 |
The Wayward GirlGerd, considered a woman of dubious morals, falls in love with a boy whose family does not accept their relationship,... |
Gerd | |
| 1957 |
Fools in the MountainsAt a high mountain hotel in Norway, porter Poppe tries to do the best he can for the guests with... |
Hotel Guest (uncredited) | |
| 1956 |
Tony AwardsThe Antoinette Perry Award for Excellence in Theatre, more commonly known as a Tony Award, recognizes achievement in live Broadway... |
Self - Host | |
| 1955 | Self | ||
| 1953 |
The OscarsAn annual American awards ceremony honoring cinematic achievements in the film industry. The various category winners are awarded a copy... |
Self | |
| 1948 |
BambiThe Bambi, often called the Bambi Award and stylised as BAMBI, is a German award presented annually by Hubert Burda... |
Self | |
| TBA |
The NixSet in the mountains of Northern Sweden, The Nix is a nightmarish fable about a family of three women, Frida,... |
Flora |
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Got a question about Liv Ullmann?
Liv Ullmann is known for her roles in iconic films such as 'Persona', 'The Emigrants', and 'Cries and Whispers'. These films highlight her powerful performances and collaborations with director Ingmar Bergman.
Yes, Liv Ullmann has received numerous accolades, including two Academy Award nominations and several Guldbagge Awards, recognizing her contributions to film and acting.
Liv Ullmann's first film was 'The Wayward Girl' released in 1959, marking the beginning of her significant career in cinema.
Liv Ullmann's estimated net worth is around $10 million, reflecting her successful acting and directing career over the years.
Liv Ullmann and Ingmar Bergman collaborated on several films, including 'Persona' and 'Cries and Whispers', which are considered masterpieces of cinema due to their intense emotional content.
Yes, Liv Ullmann has one daughter named Linn Ullmann, who is also a writer and journalist.
Liv Ullmann is known for her emotional depth and ability to convey complex characters, often portraying women in challenging circumstances.
Yes, Liv Ullmann has an extensive background in theatre, both as an actress and a director, contributing to her versatile skills in performing arts.