Antje Traue was born on January 18, 1981, in Mittweida, Saxony, Germany. She developed an interest in performing arts early in life and began training in gymnastics. At the age of 16, she won a role in the hip-hop stage show, “Hypnosis,” touring with the production for four years.
Traue transitioned from stage performances to screen acting in the early 2000s. Her early roles were primarily in German television productions.
Her breakthrough role came in 2009 with the lead role in the science fiction film Pandorum, directed by Christian Alvart. This performance brought her international recognition.
Traue is best known for her role as Faora-Ul in Zack Snyder’s 2013 superhero film, Man of Steel. Other notable film appearances include:
In addition to her film work, Traue has also appeared in various television series, including German productions such as Kleinruppin Forever and international series like Counterpart (2017-2019) and Dark (2017-2020).
Antje Traue is known for her intense and versatile performances, often portraying strong and complex characters. She has received positive critical attention for her commitment to roles across various genres.