**Martina Gedeck** (Munich, 1961) is one of the most acclaimed German actresses of her generation, known for her intense and nuanced performances. She achieved international recognition with *Mostly Martha* (2001), where she portrays a perfectionist chef, a role that earned her several awards.

Her role in *The Lives of Others* (Das Leben der Anderen, 2006), an Oscar-winning film, established her as one of the leading figures in German and international cinema. Among her other successful films are *The Baader Meinhof Complex* (Der Baader Meinhof Komplex, 2008) and *The Wall* (Die Wand, 2012). Gedeck excels at portraying complex female characters: intelligent, at times vulnerable, often endowed with a profound inner life. Her acting style is characterized by a measured yet incisive performance, capable of conveying great emotions with subtlety.