Olaf Fønss was an American actor, originally from Denmark, who is best known for his roles in “Homunculus,” “Mysteries of India, Part II: Above All Law,” and “Den store dag.” He made significant contributions to the silent film era in Denmark and Germany.
Personal and Family Life
Olaf Fønss was born on October 17, 1882, in Århus, Denmark. He had a brother named Aage Fønss, who was also an actor. Fønss was involved in the film industry for many years, and he led the Danish Actor’s Union from 1933 to 1947.
Career Highlights
During his career, Fønss appeared in various films and became a prominent figure in early Danish cinema. He acted in numerous silent films and contributed to German productions as well. Notably, his performance in “Atlantis” in 1913 garnered him fame throughout Europe.
Death and Legacy
Olaf Fønss passed away on November 3, 1949, in Copenhagen, Denmark. His work in the film industry, especially during the silent film era, left a lasting impact on Danish cinema, and he is remembered for his significant contributions as an actor and director.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Homunculus, 5. Teil: Die Vernichtung der Menschheit | 1917-12-03 | Homunculus |
| Homunculus, 1. Teil: Der künstliche Mensch | 1916-08-18 | Homunculus |
| Homunculus, 6. Teil: Das Ende des Homunculus | 1918-01-01 | Homunculus |
| Homunculus, 2. Teil: Das geheimnisvolle Buch | 1916-11-27 | Homunculus |
| Homunculus, 4. Teil: Die Rache des Homunculus | 1917-03-05 | Homunculus |
| Homunculus, 3. Teil: Die Liebeskomödie des Homunculus | 1916-12-11 | Homunculus |
| Das indische Grabmal, zweiter Teil: Der Tiger von Eschnapur | 1921-11-19 | Herbert Rowland |
| Das indische Grabmal, erster Teil: Die Sendung des Yoghi | 1921-10-22 | Herbert Rowland |
| Der Gang in die Nacht | 1921-01-21 | Dr. Eigil Börne |
| Præsten fra havet | 1918-12-11 | Strøm – Vicar |