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Biography
Greta Garbo (born Greta Lovisa Gustafsson; September 18, 1905 – April 15, 1990) was a Swedish-American actress, widely regarded as one of the greatest stars of classic Hollywood cinema. Known for her melancholic and enigmatic screen presence, she starred in iconic films such as Anna Karenina, Queen Christina, Camille, and Ninotchka. Throughout her career, she was celebrated for her subtle and understated performances, earning three Academy Award nominations and an honorary Oscar in 1954. Garbo was famously private, avoiding the Hollywood social scene and retiring from acting at the age of 35. Her personal life has long been the subject of speculation, particularly regarding her sexuality. She was romantically linked to several women, including writer Mercedes de Acosta and actress Marlene Dietrich, fueling rumors that she may have been lesbian or bisexual. However, Garbo never publicly addressed these rumors, maintaining an air of mystery that only added to her legendary status. Her legacy continues to captivate audiences, with her influence extending beyond film into discussions of gender, sexuality, and Hollywood’s golden age.
Acted in 50
2020s
- 2023
The Marriage of Greta Garbo and Sergei Eiseinstein
Movie
1939: Secrets of Hollywood's Golden Year
TV
2010s
- 2015
Destins secrets d’étoiles - Grace, Jackie, Liz, Marilyn…
Movie
- 2012
- 2010
Sigrid Holmquist
Sigrid Holmquist (archive footage)
2000s
- 2009
- 2008
Thou Shalt Not: Sex, Sin and Censorship in Pre-Code Hollywood
Queen Christina (archive footage)
1990s
- 1995
Stjärnbilder
(archive footage)
The Casting Couch
Movie
- 1993
Minns ni?
(archive footage)
- 1991
The Meeting of Two Queens
(archive footage)
1980s
- 1988
Stiller, Garbo & jag
(archive footage)
1970s
- 1978
- 1976
That's Entertainment, Part II
(archive footage)
1960s
- 1969
- 1964
The Big Parade of Comedy
Ninotchka in 'Ninotchka' (archive footage)
- 1963
30 Years of Fun
(archive footage)
1940s
- 1941
1930s
- 1939
- 1937
Conquest
Countess Marie Walewska
- 1936
- 1935
Anna Karenina
Anna Karenina
- 1934
Queen Christina
Christina
- 1932
As You Desire Me
Zara, a.k.a. Maria
- 1931
Inspiration
Yvonne Valbret
- 1930
Anna Christie
Anna Christie
Anna Christie
Anna Christie
1920s
- 1929
The Kiss
Irene
The Single Standard
Arden Stuart
A Man's Man
Greta Garbo
Wild Orchids
Lillie Sterling
- 1928
The Divine Woman
Marianne
- 1927
Love
Anna Karenina
- 1926
The Temptress
Elena
- 1925
Joyless Street
Greta Rumfort
- 1924
The Saga of Gösta Berling
Elizabeth Dohna
- 1922
Peter the Tramp
Greta
A Scarlet Angel
Extra
- 1921
Our Daily Bread
Companion
A Fortune Hunter
Maid
- 1920
Mr. and Mrs. Stockholm Out Shopping
Elder Sister/Mannequin
Appearances31
2020s
- 2024
- 2022
Prejudice and Pride: Swedish Film Queer
Self (archive footage)
Azzedine Alaïa, un couturier français
Self (archive footage)
2010s
- 2018
Scotty and the Secret History of Hollywood
Self (archive footage)
- 2016
- 2014
Stars of the Silver Screen - Greta Garbo
Self (archive footage)
- 2011
Vito
Self (archive footage)
- 2010
Rediscovering John Gilbert
Self (archive footage)
2000s
- 2009
1939: Hollywood's Greatest Year
Self (archive footage)
- 2007
Why Be Good?: Sexuality & Censorship in Early Cinema
Self (archive footage)
- 2005
Garbo
Self (archive footage)
- 2003
Complicated Women
Self (archive footage)
Cole Porter in Hollywood: Satin and Silk
Self (archive footage)
- 2001
Greta Garbo: A Lone Star
Self (archive footage)
1990s
- 1996
Joan Crawford: Always the Star
Self (archive footage)
- 1995
The First 100 Years: A Celebration of American Movies
Self (archive footage)
- 1990
The Divine Garbo
Self (archive footage) (uncredited)
1980s
- 1986
Greta Garbo: The Temptress and the Clown
Self (archive footage)
1970s
- 1974
Adam & Yves
Herself (uncredited)
- 1972
Hollywood: The Dream Factory
Self (archive footage)
1960s
- 1969
The Happy Ending
Self - Actress in 'Susan Lennox' (archive footage) (uncredited)
Garbo, by Joan Crawford
Self (archive footage)
- 1961
Hollywood: The Selznick Years
Self - Anna Karenina (archive footage) (uncredited)
1950s
- 1955
1940s
- 1940
A New Romance of Celluloid: The Miracle of Sound
Self
Hollywood: Style Center of the World
Self
1930s
- 1939
From the Ends of the Earth
Self
- 1937
The Romance of Celluloid
Self (archive footage)
1920s
- 1920
Sweden and Swedish Industries
Self