Elisabeth Neumann-Viertel

Elisabeth Neumann-Viertel was an Austrian-American actress best known for her roles in “Cabaret,” “Der Mörder Dimitri Karamasoff,” and “The Odessa File.” She was born on April 5, 1900, in Vienna, Austria-Hungary, and had a long career that spanned silent films to talkies before her death on December 24, 1994, in Vienna, Austria.

Personal and Family Life

Elisabeth Neumann-Viertel was married to film director Berthold Viertel from 1949 until his death in 1953. After World War II, she returned to Germany where she worked with many prominent theaters in Berlin, including those run by Fritz Kortner. She was recognized as a character actress, often taking on supporting roles instead of leading ones.

Career Highlights

She began her film career during the silent movie era and transitioned effectively into talkies in the 1930s, participating in famous productions such as “M” directed by Fritz Lang. Throughout her career, she appeared in many significant films and television shows, marking her as an important figure in the entertainment industry.

Death and Legacy

Elisabeth Neumann-Viertel passed away on December 24, 1994, in Vienna. Her contributions to film and theater have left a mark, particularly as a well-respected character actress who brought depth to her roles. She is remembered for her versatile performances throughout her lengthy career.

Filmography

Title Release Date Character
When Worlds Collide 1961-02-16 Frau Leimgruber
The Odessa File 1974-10-17 Frau Wenzer
Cabaret 1972-02-13 Fräulein Schneider
Die weiße Stadt 1980-01-01 Frau Turinski
Peppermint Frieden 1983-09-01
Schwester Veronica 1927-02-12
Kleines Bezirksgericht 1961-08-05 Frau Nelleba
Chopin-Express 1971-03-22 Viera
Der Marquis von Keith 1962-02-10 Freifrau von Totleben
Der Seitensprung 1964-11-26
Augenzeugen müssen blind sein 1971-03-11
Der fröhliche Weinberg 1927-12-20 Frl. Stenz
Geschichten aus dem Wienerwald 1964-10-07 erste Tante
Bericht eines Feiglings 1967-03-05 Tante Frieda
Liebe nicht ausgeschlossen 1965-11-06 Rosa
Liselott 1961-12-26
Beichtgeheimnis 1956-07-19 Frau Blendinger
Kurzer Prozeß 1967-11-24
Die Teepuppe 1964-07-09 alte Frau
Wie kommt das Salz ins Meer 1988-07-05 Uschis Großmutter
Der müde Theodor 1965-07-10 Baronin Amalie
Bridge mit Onkel Tom 1961-11-11 Mrs. Thompson
Happy Weekend 1983-01-01 Agathe
Town Without Pity 1961-10-10
The Little Drummer Girl 1984-10-19 Mrs. Minkel
Zurück, wo ich begann 1970-08-19 Mutter Lovejoy
Heidi 1968-11-17 Grandmother
Madame Legros 1968-10-22 Madame Touche
Feuerwerk 1963-06-29 Tante Lisa
Land, das meine Sprache spricht 1959-01-01 Frau Koczebrowsky
Umsonst 1967-07-08 Anastasia
Italienische Nacht 1966-03-17 Frau Dvorak
Ein Tag im Leben von.. 1965-07-10 Mrs. Mallorie
Ewiger Walzer 1954-08-04 Mutter Strauß
Der Mörder Dimitri Karamasoff 1931-02-05 Fenja
Das Abgründige in Herrn Gerstenberg 1957-04-07 Lieschens Mutter
Die mißbrauchten Liebesbriefe 1969-07-19 Frau Zacher
Doña Juana 1928-01-24
Freud: The Secret Passion 1962-12-12 Frau Bernays (uncredited)
The Secret Ways 1961-04-01