Nastassja Kinski
German-American actress and producer
Born
January 24th, 1961
64 years ago
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
Germany
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An actress and producer gained recognition in the 1970s and 1980s. She starred in 'Tess' which earned her a BAFTA Award for Best Actress in 1981. Other notable works include 'Paris, Texas' directed by Wim Wenders and 'Cat People', a horror film directed by Paul Schrader. Kinski's performances often showcased her ability to portray complex characters in both independent and mainstream films. Beyond acting, she ventured into producing, adding another dimension to her career.
Awarded BAFTA for Best Actress in 'Tess'
Starred in 'Paris, Texas'
Featured in 'Cat People'
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