Lyda Salmonova

Acting

Lyda Salmonova

Born July 14, 1889 · Prague, Czech Republic

Died November 18, 1968 · aged 79

Lyda Salmonova was a Czech stage and film actress. She was married to the actor Paul Wegener and appeared alongside him in a number of films.

Known For

Rübezahl's WeddingRübezahl's Wedding · 1916
Rübezahl's Wedding
5.01916
MovieFantasy
In this film, the people of a Tyrolean town climb up into the nearby mountains, searching for a place where they can hold a picnic and a spring festival: ideally, a place where they can eventually erect dwellings and cultivate crops. Led by the local nobleman (Arthur Ehrens), they find an appropriate spot, and the festivities begin. Some children briefly perform a charming folk dance. Suddenly the Rübezahl arrives and threatens to kill all the townsfolk if they don't leave immediately.
The Golem: How He Came into the WorldThe Golem: How He Came into the World · 1920
The Golem: How He Came into the World
7.01920
MovieFantasyHorror
In 16th-century Prague, a rabbi creates the Golem - a giant creature made of clay. Using sorcery, he brings the creature to life in order to protect the Jews of Prague from persecution.
The GolemThe Golem · 1915
The Golem
6.71915
MovieHorrorFantasy
This mostly lost film is often confused with director Paul Wegener third and readily available interpretation of the legend; Der Golem, wie er in die Welt kam (1920). In this version of the golem legend, the golem, a clay statue brought to life by Rabbi Loew in 16th century Prague to save the Jews from the ongoing brutal persecution by the city's rulers, is found in the rubble of an old synagogue in the 20th century. Brought to life by an antique dealer, the golem is used as a menial servant. Eventually falling in love with the dealer's wife, it goes on a murderous rampage when its love for her goes unanswered.
Monna VannaMonna Vanna · 1922
Monna Vanna
9.01922
MovieDramaHistory
Wandering SoulsWandering Souls · 1921
Wandering Souls
8.01921
Movie
MalariaMalaria · 1919
Malaria
1919
Movie
The Student of PragueThe Student of Prague · 1913
The Student of Prague
6.11913
MovieDramaFantasy
Prague, Bohemia, 1820. Balduin, a penniless student, falls in love with Countess Margit, a wealthy noblewoman whom he has saved from drowning.
The YoghiThe Yoghi · 1916
The Yoghi
8.01916
MovieDramaHorror
An Indian mystic uses his power of invisibility to scare a young inventor.

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