Karoline Herfurth
Personal details
  • Official sites :

    https://karoline-herfurth.de/

  • Born:
    • Birthday: 1984-05-22
    • Born Place: Berlin, Germany
  • Also Known As:

    Кароліна Херфурт, Caroline Herfurth, Carolina Herfurth, Karolina Herfurth, カロリーネ・ヘルフルト, کارولینه هرفورت, کارولین هرفورت

Karoline Herfurth

Karoline Herfurth, born on May 22, 1984, in East Berlin, East Germany, is a highly accomplished German actress, director, and screenwriter, recognized for her versatile contributions to both national and international cinema. Her journey in the entertainment industry began at a tender age, with her first television appearance at ten and her film debut at fifteen. Her acting career took off with notable roles in German films like "Mädchen, Mädchen" (2001) and "Big Girls Don't Cry" (2002). She gained international recognition for her memorable performance as the "Plum Girl" in Tom Tykwer's "Perfume: The Story of a Murderer" (2006) and later appeared in the Oscar-winning drama "The Reader" (2008), starring alongside Kate Winslet and Ralph Fiennes. Her extensive filmography also includes popular German productions such as the "Suck Me Shakespeer" series, "We Are the Night" (2010), "Vincent Wants to Sea" (2010), "The Little Witch" (2018), "The Perfect Secret" (2019), and "A Million Minutes" (2024).Beyond her acting prowess, Herfurth has made a significant impact as a director and screenwriter. She successfully transitioned behind the camera with her directorial debut, "SMS für Dich" (2016). She has since directed and co-written "Sweethearts" (2019), "Wunderschön" (2022), and its sequel "Wunderschöner" (2025), in which she also stars. Her directorial work often explores poignant themes of self-worth, body image, and societal pressures, reflecting a critical perspective on media portrayals of beauty and a commitment to addressing important social issues. Her talent has been widely acclaimed, earning her numerous accolades, including the Bavarian Film Award for Best Young Actress (2009), the German Film Critics Award for Best Actress (2009), multiple Jupiter Awards for Best German Actress, and the Emden Actor's Award (2016) for her outstanding contributions to German cinema. Karoline Herfurth is married to Christopher Doll, and she continues to be a prominent and influential figure in the German film industry, known for her thoughtful approach to her craft and her willingness to tackle relevant societal topics.

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