Ursula Werner

Ursula Werner, originally from Berlin-Prenzlauer Berg, embarked on her artistic journey by mastering carpentry at the collective 'Wilma Rudolph' in Adlershof. Her passion for performance led her to the State Drama School in Berlin, which is now known as the Ernst Busch Academy of Dramatic Art. Following her education, Werner secured her early engagements at the Landestheater Halle an der Saale and the renowned Berlin cabaret, Die Distel.

From 1974 to 2009, she was a prominent figure at the Maxim Gorki Theater in Berlin, where her talent continues to shine through occasional guest performances. Werner made a notable impression in the film industry with her portrayal of Dr. Unglaube in the DEFA film *A Crazy Scent of Fresh Hay* (1977). She later took on the role of Ms. Mell from 2001 to 2007 in the popular series *Schloss Einstein*, which solidified her presence on screen.

Her career experienced a remarkable resurgence in 2008 when she played a leading role in Andreas Dresen's film *Wolke 9*, where she portrayed a woman in her late sixties who embarks on a romantic relationship with an even older man, challenging societal perceptions of love and intimacy in later life. This captivating performance earned her the prestigious German Film Prize in 2009 for Best Actress, marking a significant highlight in her illustrious career.