Margarete Haagen was an American actress who is best known for Die falsche Braut, Die Mädels vom Immenhof, and Ferien auf Immenhof. Born on November 29, 1889, in Nuremberg, Bavaria, Germany, she gained popularity in the film industry during the 1950s. She passed away on November 19, 1966, in Munich, Bavaria, West Germany.
Personal and Family Life
Margarete Haagen was a fragile-looking German character actress who began her stage career in Nuremberg in 1907. For nine years, she was part of the ensemble at Munich Volkstheater from 1930 to 1939. Her career took off when she joined the Nürnberger Stadttheater in 1912.
Career Highlights
Haagen started appearing in films in her early fifties and quickly became well-known for playing quirky grandmothers, spinster aunts, and eccentric dowagers. Her roles in rubble films after World War II, such as “In jenen Tagen” (1947), showcased her talent in portraying complex characters, elevating what could have been cliché roles into something more substantial. Notable films that marked the peak of her career include “Heidi” (1965) and the “Immenhof” series from 1955 to 1957.
Death and Legacy
Margarete Haagen died on November 19, 1966, leaving behind a legacy of memorable performances. Her ability to breathe life into her characters ensured that her roles were never reduced to stereotypes. She is remembered for her contributions to German cinema and for allowing her characters to resonate with audiences in a profound way.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Die falsche Braut | 1945-03-03 | Housekeeper |
| Die Mädels vom Immenhof | 1955-08-11 | Oma Jantzen |
| Ferien auf Immenhof | 1957-09-03 | Oma Jantzen |
| Emil und die Detektive | 1954-10-14 | Oma Tischbein |
| Heidi | 1965-10-29 | Großmama Sesemann |
| Die schöne Müllerin | 1954-09-23 | Josefine Krügler |
| Drei Männer im Schnee | 1955-07-14 | Hausdame Kunkel |