Heli Finkenzeller was a German actress known for her roles in Suchkind 312, Der erste Frühlingstag, and Opernball. She gained fame in the film industry starting in the 1930s and was celebrated for her performances in both comedies and dramas.
Personal and Family Life
Born on November 17, 1911, in Munich, Germany, Heli Finkenzeller had a rich family life. She was married twice, first to Will Dohm, with whom she had two children, and later to Alfred Bittins until his death in 1970. She was also the mother of actress Gaby Dohm.
Career Highlights
Finkenzeller began her acting career in films in the 1930s under the guidance of director Karl Ritter and became well-known for her work with UFA. Throughout the 1960s, she shifted her focus from film to the stage, performing in notable theaters such as the Kleine Komödie in Munich and the Renaissance Theater in Berlin. Her versatility allowed her to excel in both comedic and dramatic roles.
Death and Legacy
Heli Finkenzeller passed away on January 14, 1991, in Munich, Germany, after battling cancer. Her contributions to German cinema and theater left a lasting impact, and she is remembered as a talented actress who captivated audiences for decades.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Emil und die Detektive | 1954-10-14 | Frau Tischbein |
| Briefträger Müller | 1953-10-01 | Charlotte Müller |
| Mein Sohn, der Herr Minister | 1937-07-06 | Nannette – seine Frau |
| Opernball | 1939-12-22 | Helene Hollinger |
| Am Brunnen vor dem Tore | 1952-12-18 | Mary Murphy |
| Der Mustergatte | 1937-10-12 | Doddy Wheeler |
| Mikosch rückt ein | 1952-10-08 | Claire von Ferency |
| Münchnerinnen | 1949-01-28 | Resi Schegerer |
| Am Sonntag will mein Süßer mit mir segeln gehn | 1961-10-12 | Alice Ackermann, die Neureiche |
| Das Bad auf der Tenne | 1943-07-30 | Antje, seine Frau |
| Weiberregiment | 1936-07-09 | Rosl |
| Wo ist Herr Belling? | 1945-01-01 | Bettina Heinemann |
| Wegen Verführung Minderjähriger | 1960-11-11 | Hanna Rugge |
| Die Gegenprobe | 1965-04-28 | Elisabeth Blessing |
| Ein Fall aus lauter Liebe | 1968-08-16 | Frau Friedrichsen |
| Der höhere Befehl | 1935-12-30 | Käte Traß |
| Boccaccio | 1936-07-30 | Fiametta, Petruccios Frau |
| Diskretion – Ehrensache | 1938-08-23 | Mary Hopkins |
| Tausend Melodien | 1956-06-18 | Tante Dele |
| Ein Sommer, den man nie vergißt | 1959-12-18 | Mrs. Dr.Manning |
| Gold für Montevasall | 1968-09-21 | Fürstin von Montevasall |
| Die wilde Auguste | 1956-03-08 | Baronin Asta von Hastig |