Paula Beer was born on February 23, 1995, in Mainz, Germany. She received acting lessons early in her life and attended the Jugendclub of the Staatstheater Darmstadt. She also attended school at the Internat Solling.
Beer’s acting career began in 2010 with a role in the film Poll, directed by Chris Kraus. Her performance in this film earned her the Bavarian Film Award for Best Young Actress in 2011. This marked a significant early success in her career, establishing her as a promising talent in German cinema.
Following her debut, Beer continued to appear in various German television and film productions. Her international breakthrough came with her role in François Ozon’s Frantz (2016). Her performance in this film garnered widespread critical acclaim and earned her the Marcello Mastroianni Award for Best Young Actress at the 73rd Venice International Film Festival.
Beer has since collaborated with notable directors and appeared in critically acclaimed films and television series. She is known for her versatility and ability to portray complex characters.