Franziska Kinz was an Austrian actress and singer, known for her roles in films such as _Tagebuch einer Verlorenen_, _Die Kellnerin Anna_, and _Väter und Söhne_. She had a successful career on stage and in film, gaining recognition in Germany and Austria throughout her lifetime.
Personal and Family Life
Franziska Amalia Kinz was born on February 21, 1897, in Kufstein, Austria-Hungary. She pursued her acting education in 1924 under the guidance of Fritz Basil and quickly secured her first role at the Staatstheater München. Kinz was once engaged to politician Carlo Mierendorff, who faced persecution during the Nazi regime, leading to their separation when he was imprisoned. She later married a journalist loyal to the regime but continued to advocate for Mierendorff’s release, which occurred in 1938.
Career
Franziska Kinz began her acting career on stage, performing in various theaters across Germany and Austria. In addition to her impressive stage presence, she transitioned into film, starting with her debut in _Tagebuch einer Verlorenen_ in 1929. Kinz became known in the film industry for her work in over 35 movies, often portraying strong and memorable characters.
Death and Legacy
Franziska Kinz passed away on April 26, 1980, in Meran, Italy. Her contributions to theater and film left a lasting impact, and she is remembered as a versatile actress who successfully transitioned between stage and screen. Kinz’s resilience during difficult times and her involvement in artistic expression continue to resonate with audiences today.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Tagebuch einer Verlorenen | 1929-09-27 | Meta Koch Henning |
| La Vache et le Prisonnier | 1959-12-16 | la mère d’Helga |
| Flüchtlinge | 1933-12-07 | Pregnant Woman |
| Mazurka | 1935-11-14 | Mother |
| Der Geigenmacher von Mittenwald | 1950-12-10 | Posthalterin |
| Anastasia – Die letzte Zarentochter | 1956-09-26 | Herzogin von Leuchtenberg |
| Im Schatten des Berges | 1940-12-17 | Anna Bründl, Gattin des Schuhmachers |
| Das Mädchen vom Pfarrhof | 1955-09-28 | Brigitte |
| Bademeister Spargel | 1956-03-15 | Agnes Spargel |
| Nachtschwester Ingeborg | 1958-04-02 | Oberschwester Mathilde |
| Ein Volksfeind | 1937-10-25 | Johanna Stockmann |
| Standschütze Bruggler | 1936-08-27 | Mutter Bruggler |
| Frau Sixta | 1938-09-06 | Frau Sixta |
| Die Kellnerin Anna | 1941-10-22 | Anna Rottner |
| Der Schäfer vom Trutzberg | 1959-01-16 | Angela von Trutzberg |
| Die schöne Tölzerin | 1952-09-17 | Die Öffelin |
| Die Försterbuben | 1955-11-17 | Mutter von Helene |
| Rasputin, Dämon der Frauen | 1932-02-19 | Dunja |
| Christina | 1953-10-08 | Frau Anna |
| Tannenberg | 1932-09-07 | Gutsfrau Frau Puchheiten |
| Beichtgeheimnis | 1956-07-19 | Trude Michaelis |
| Aus erster Ehe | 1940-07-23 | Barbara Rohn |
| Eine Siebzehnjährige | 1934-08-29 | Annemarie, dessen Frau |
| Wir sehn uns wieder | 1945-01-01 | Marthe Bichler – Häuslerin |
| Wilhelm Tell | 1934-01-12 | Gertrud Stauffacher |
| Väter und Söhne | 1930-11-28 | Mrs. Markurell |
| Hitlerjunge Quex | 1933-09-10 | Krankenschwester |
| Nora | 1944-02-14 | Helene Helmer |
| Moselfahrt aus Liebeskummer | 1953-11-12 | Maria Klaus |