Greta Garbo
Acting
1905-09-18 · Stockholm, Stockholms län, Sweden
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.
movieGarbo: Where Did You Go?
as Self (archive footage) · 2024 · 6.4
movieThe Marriage of Greta Garbo and Sergei Eiseinstein
as · 2023 · 1.5
moviePrejudice and Pride: Swedish Film Queer
as Self (archive footage) · 2022 · 6.0
movieScotty and the Secret History of Hollywood
as Self (archive footage) · 2018 · 5.9
movieDestins secrets d’étoiles - Grace, Jackie, Liz, Marilyn…
as · 2015 · 8.0
movieStars of the Silver Screen - Greta Garbo
as Self (archive footage) · 2014 · 3.0
movieFinal Cut: Ladies and Gentlemen
as (archive footage) · 2012 · 7.5
movieVito
as Self (archive) · 2011 · 6.9
movieSigrid Holmquist
as Sigrid Holmquist (archive footage) · 2010 · 7.0
movieRediscovering John Gilbert
as Self (archive footage) · 2010 · 0.0
movieHollywood sul Tevere
as · 2009 · 0.0
movie1939: Hollywood's Greatest Year
as Self (archive footage) · 2009 · 7.5
movieThou Shalt Not: Sex, Sin and Censorship in Pre-Code Hollywood
as Queen Christina (archive footage) · 2008 · 6.1
movieWhy Be Good?: Sexuality & Censorship in Early Cinema
as Self (archive footage) · 2007 · 4.3
movieGarbo
as Self (archive footage) · 2005 · 6.9
movieChecking Out: Grand Hotel
as Self / Various roles (archive footage) · 2004 · 7.0
movieComplicated Women
as Self (archive footage) · 2003 · 6.9
movieCole Porter in Hollywood: Satin and Silk
as Self (archive footage) · 2003 · 7.0
movieGreta Garbo: A Lone Star
as Self (archive footage) · 2001 · 7.0
movieJoan Crawford: Always the Star
as Self (archive footage) · 1996 · 7.5
movieStjärnbilder
as (archive footage) · 1995 · 10.0
movieThe Casting Couch
as · 1995 · 8.3
movieMinns ni?
as (archive footage) · 1993 · 0.0
movieThe Meeting of Two Queens
as (archive footage) · 1991 · 0.0