Hilde Sessak was an American actress known for her roles in Luisa Sanfelice, The Rape of the Sabines, and Pan. She gained fame as a cool and charming leading lady in pre-war German cinema, captivating audiences with her exotic presence.
Personal and Family Life
Hilde Sessak was born on July 27, 1915, in Berlin, Germany. She trained under famous actress Julia Serda and made her stage debut in 1934. Throughout her career, she often portrayed worldly and playful characters, showcasing her acting talent in various films.
Career Highlights
Beginning her film career in the mid-1930s, Sessak became a prominent figure in German cinema. In the 1940s, she appeared in well-known films like “Quax, der Bruchpilot” and “Die Feuerzangenbowle.” After a successful period, she returned in the 1960s, playing villainous roles in several Edgar Wallace adaptations.
Death and Legacy
Hilde Sessak passed away on April 17, 2003, in Berlin, Germany, after suffering a broken femoral neck. She was 87 years old at the time of her death. Her contributions to German cinema and her memorable performances leave a lasting legacy in the film industry.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Die Feuerzangenbowle | 1944-01-28 | Marion |
| The Man Between | 1953-11-18 | Lizzi |
| Fanny Hill | 1964-09-25 | Mrs. Snow |
| Der Eiserne Gustav | 1958-12-05 | Frau Vietzke |
| Der Gorilla von Soho | 1968-09-01 | Schwester Elizabeth |
| Das Beil von Wandsbek | 1951-05-11 | Anneliese Blüthe |
| Das Geständnis eines Mädchens | 1967-06-02 | Head of girls home |
| Der Bucklige von Soho | 1966-09-06 | Oberin |
| Jungens | 1941-05-02 | Lene |
| Kleider machen Leute | 1940-09-16 | Fräulein von Serafin |
| Lange Beine – lange Finger | 1966-08-26 | Wärterin |
| Nebelmörder | 1964-05-22 | Frau Schmittner |
| Paracelsus | 1943-03-12 | Schankmädchen |
| Quax, der Bruchpilot | 1941-12-16 | Adelheid |
| Der Raub der Sabinerinnen | 1936-03-01 | Marianne Neumeister |
| Stadt Anatol | 1936-10-15 | Franziskas Dienstmädchen |
| Wer fuhr den grauen Ford? | 1950-10-11 | Kellnerin bei Edu Schröder |
| Wasser für Canitoga | 1939-03-10 | Winifred Gardener |
| Wenn die Abendglocken läuten | 1951-12-21 | Michaels Liebschaft |
| Der Biberpelz | 1962-03-26 | Frau Motes |
| Der Engel mit dem Flammenschwert | 1954-10-21 | Elfriede Marein |