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Pernilla August
Acting
108 known credits
1.3 popularity score 68 years
Biography
About Pernilla August
Pernilla August (born February 13, 1958) is a Swedish actress, director and screenwriter. Being one of Sweden's leading actresses and a longtime collaborator with director Ingmar Bergman, she won the Best Actress Award at the 1992 Cannes Film Festival for her role in his “The Best Intentions”. She is also known for her role of Shmi Skywalker in the “Star Wars” franchise.
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Career at a glance
Pernilla August across film and television
106credited titles
75movie credits
31TV credits
1975–2025screen career span
Recognition
Awards received
Q107287734For The Legacy
Guldbagge Award for Best DirectorFor Beyond
Cannes Film Festival Award for Best ActressFor The Best Intentions
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