Max von Sydow

A legendary actor with a seven-decade career, Max von Sydow captivates audiences worldwide with his unforgettable performances in over 150 films, earning critical acclaim and two Academy Award nominations.

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1929

Died

2020

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In short · Acted for nine decades — 138 credits.

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Biography

Max von Sydow was a Swedish-French actor known for his seven-decade career in European and American cinema, television, and theatre. Throughout his extensive career, he appeared in more than 150 films and several television series, often portraying contemplative protagonists, sardonic artists, or menacing villains. His versatility earned him critical acclaim, including honors from the Cannes and Venice Film Festivals. Von Sydow received two Academy Award nominations: one for Best Actor for his role in *Pelle the Conqueror* (1987) and another for Best Supporting Actor for *Extremely Loud & Incredibly Close* (2011).

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