BIO: Lea Van Acken
Early Life and Background
Lea Van Acken was born on February 20, 1999, in Germany. Details regarding her early childhood and upbringing are limited, as she largely maintained a private life before her acting career gained prominence.
Acting Career
Van Acken’s acting career began in 2014 with her debut role as Benigna in the German film Kreuzweg (Stations of the Cross). Her performance garnered significant critical acclaim and marked the beginning of her career in film and television.
Notable Works
- Kreuzweg (Stations of the Cross) (2014): This film marked Van Acken’s debut. She played the role of Benigna, a young girl raised in a fundamentalist Catholic family.
- Das Tagebuch der Anne Frank (The Diary of Anne Frank) (2016): Van Acken portrayed Anne Frank’s older sister, Margot Frank, in this German film adaptation of the famous diary.
- Dark (2017-2020): Van Acken played the recurring role of Silja Tiedemann in the Netflix original series Dark. Her character appears in multiple seasons, contributing to the complex narrative of the show.
- Sløborn (2020-2022): She played Hermelien Leenders in the German TV series Sløborn.
Filmography (Selected)
- Kreuzweg (Stations of the Cross) (2014)
- Das Tagebuch der Anne Frank (The Diary of Anne Frank) (2016)
- Dark (TV Series, 2017-2020)
- Sløborn (TV Series, 2020-2022)
Achievements and Recognition
Van Acken’s performance in Kreuzweg received considerable praise, contributing to the film’s success and establishing her as a promising young actress. Her role in the internationally acclaimed series Dark further broadened her recognition and appeal to a global audience.
Further Career
Lea Van Acken continues to work in film and television productions,