Alice Krige

Born:28. júna 1954

Place of Birth:Upington, South Africa

Known For:Acting

Biography

Alice Krige, a distinguished South African actress and producer, has left an indelible mark on the entertainment industry with her versatile performances across various genres. Her cinematic journey began with a standout portrayal as the Gilbert and Sullivan singer Sybil Gordon in the iconic 1981 film "Chariots of Fire," which earned her critical acclaim and set the stage for a remarkable career.

Krige's talent and dedication to her craft led her to embody the enigmatic character of the Borg Queen in the renowned film "Star Trek: First Contact," a role that she would later reprise in the final episode of "Star Trek: Voyager" and in the immersive experience "Borg Invasion 4-D" at Star Trek: The Experience. Her portrayal of the Borg Queen showcased her ability to bring depth and complexity to iconic characters, solidifying her status as a versatile performer.

Before gracing the silver screen, Krige honed her skills at Rhodes University in Grahamstown, where she initially pursued a degree in psychology and literature before following her passion for acting. She furthered her training at the London Central School of Speech and Drama, laying the foundation for a successful acting career that would span across film, television, and stage.

Throughout the 1980s and 1990s, Krige continued to captivate audiences with her captivating performances in both film and theater, showcasing her range as an actress. Transitioning seamlessly between mediums, she took on challenging roles that highlighted her versatility and depth as a performer, earning her a reputation as a respected and versatile talent in the industry.

In addition to her on-screen accomplishments, Krige has also ventured into television, taking on starring and recurring roles in acclaimed series, further showcasing her ability to inhabit diverse characters with nuance and authenticity. Her contributions to the entertainment world have been recognized with prestigious accolades, including an honorary doctorate in literature from Rhodes University, a testament to her impact on the industry.

Off-screen, Krige shares her life with her husband, writer/director Paul Schoolman, embracing an adventurous and nomadic lifestyle that takes them across the globe. While they maintain a home base in the United States, they often find themselves immersed in different cultures and locations, enriching their experiences and inspiring Krige's creative pursuits.

Alice Krige's legacy as an actress and producer is defined by her unwavering dedication to her craft, her ability to breathe life into complex characters, and her willingness to explore new horizons in the world of entertainment. With a career spanning decades and a repertoire of memorable performances, she continues to captivate audiences with her talent and versatility, solidifying her status as a true icon in the realm of acting.

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Thor: The Dark World

Eir

2013

Thor fights to restore order across the cosmos… but an ancient race led by the vengeful Malekith returns to plunge the universe back into darkness. Faced with an enemy that even Odin and Asgard cannot withstand, Thor must embark on his most perilous and personal journey yet, one that will reunite him with Jane Foster and force him to sacrifice everything to save us all.

Silent Hill

Christabella

2006

Rose, a desperate mother takes her adopted daughter, Sharon, to the town of Silent Hill in an attempt to cure her of her ailment. After a violent car crash, Sharon disappears and Rose begins a desperate search to get her back. She descends into the center of the twisted reality of a town's terrible secret. Pursued by grotesquely deformed creatures and townspeople stuck in permanent purgatory, Rose begins to uncover the truth behind the apocalyptic disaster that burned the town 30 years earlier.

The Sorcerer's Apprentice

Morgana le Fay

2010

Balthazar Blake is a master sorcerer in modern-day Manhattan trying to defend the city from his arch-nemesis, Maxim Horvath. Balthazar can't do it alone, so he recruits Dave Stutler, a seemingly average guy who demonstrates hidden potential, as his reluctant protégé. The sorcerer gives his unwilling accomplice a crash course in the art and science of magic, and together, these unlikely partners work to stop the forces of darkness.

Star Trek: First Contact

Borg Queen

1996

The Borg, a relentless race of cyborgs, are on a direct course for Earth. Violating orders to stay away from the battle, Captain Picard and the crew of the newly-commissioned USS Enterprise E pursue the Borg back in time to prevent the invaders from changing Federation history and assimilating the galaxy.

Page Eight

Emma Baron

2011

Johnny is a long-serving MI5 officer. His boss dies suddenly, leaving behind an inexplicable file which threatens the stability of the organisation.

Gretel & Hansel

Witch

2020

A long time ago in a distant fairy tale countryside, a young girl leads her little brother into a dark wood in desperate search of food and work, only to stumble upon a nexus of terrifying evil.

Solomon Kane

Katherine Crowthorn

2009

A nomadic 16th century warrior, condemned to hell for his brutal past, seeks redemption by renouncing violence, but finds some things are worth burning for as he fights to free a young Puritan woman from the grip of evil.

Reign of Fire

Karen Abercromby

2002

In post-apocalyptic England, an American volunteer and a British survivor team up to fight off a brood of fire-breathing dragons seeking to return to global dominance after centuries of rest underground. The Brit -- leading a clan of survivors to hunt down the King of the Dragons -- has much at stake: His mother was killed by a dragon, but his love is still alive.

Chariots of Fire

Sybil Gordon

1981

In the class-obsessed and religiously divided UK of the early 1920s, two determined young runners train for the 1924 Paris Olympics. Eric Liddell, a devout Christian born to Scottish missionaries in China, sees running as part of his worship of God's glory and refuses to train or compete on the Sabbath. Harold Abrahams overcomes anti-Semitism and class bias, but neglects his beloved sweetheart in his single-minded quest.

Sleepwalkers

Mary Brady

1992

Charles Brady and his mother, Mary, are the last of a dying breed whose needs are not of this world. They are Sleepwalkers - able to stay alive only by feeding on the life-force of the innocent, but destined to roam the earth, avoiding discovery while searching for their next victim. That search takes them to the sleepy little town of Travis, Indiana, where beautiful teenager Tanya Robertson is about to become an unwilling pawn in their nightmarish fight for survival.

Stay Alive

The Author (uncredited)

2006

After the brutal death of a friend, a group of friends find themselves in possession of a video-game called "Stay Alive," a blood-curdling true story of a 17th century noblewoman known as the Blood Countess. After playing the game when they know they shouldn't, however, the friends realize that once they die in the game — they die for real!

King David

Bathsheba

1985

This is a movie about the life of Israel's king David.

The Little Vampire

Freda Sackville-Bagg

2000

Based on the popular books, the story tells of Tony who wants a friend to add some adventure to his life. What he gets is Rudolph, a vampire kid with a good appetite. The two end up inseparable, but their fun is cut short when all the hopes of the vampire race could be gone forever in single night. With Tony's access to the daytime world, he helps them to find what they've always wanted.

Barfly

Tully Sorenson

1987

Downtrodden writer Henry and distressed goddess Wanda aren't exactly husband and wife: they're wedded to their bar stools. But, they like each other's company—and Barfly captures their giddy, gin-soaked attempts to make a go of life on the skids.