Hera Hilmar
Icelandic actress in 'Mortal Engines'
Born
December 27th, 1988
36 years ago
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
Iceland
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An actress from Iceland, gained recognition for roles in film and television. Starred in the adaptation of Philip Reeve's novel, 'Mortal Engines', portraying the lead character, Hester Shaw. Also featured in the television series 'Da Vinci's Demons' as Lucrezia Donati. Gained a reputation for diverse roles in independent films and international projects, showcasing versatility in performances across different genres.
Portrayed Hester Shaw in 'Mortal Engines'
Featured as Lucrezia Donati in 'Da Vinci's Demons'
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