Elza Radziņa - Actor Profile

Elza Radziņa

Acting
Freshness: Jan 23, 2026
34Total Films
8.5 Highest Rated
Born: Feb 10, 1917
Birth Place: Kharkov, Kharkov Governorate, Russian Empire [now Kharkiv, Ukraine]

About Elza Radziņa

Elza Radziņa (February 10, 1917; Kharkiv, Russian Empire – August 18, 2005; Riga, Latvia) was a Soviet Latvian theater and cinema actress, master of the spoken word (reader). She received award of People's Artist of the USSR in 1976 and Order of the Three Stars in 1995. She studied in Jelgava theater studio in 1942. After the World War II worked in Jelgava Drama theater (1945-1953). For a brief moment she worked in Valmiera Drama theater, but from 1954 worked in Latvian National Theater, where she became one of the leading actresses. In 1949 she made her debut in biographical drama film "Rainis" from Riga Film Studio.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Elza Radziņa reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 34 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Elza Radziņa's filmography leans towards the Drama genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.

The "Box Office" Signature

With a 18% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Elza Radziņa remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Olegs and Aina, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Elza Radziņa Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Elza Radziņa's career based on audience ratings.

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Elza Radziņa.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2001 Hide-and-seek Timmere Flop Similar →
1993 The Courage to Kill - Flop Similar →
1991 Maija and Paija Laima Flop Similar →
1987 The Photo of a Woman with a Boar Paula Flop Similar →
1987 Littlefinger Lady-in-Waiting Flop Similar →
1986 We Accuse - Flop Similar →
1984 The Last Visit - Flop Similar →
1983 Secret of the Blackbirds miss Effie Ramsbottom Average Similar →
1982 Rain Blues - Average Similar →
1981 Sergey Ivanovich Retires - Hit Similar →
1979 Inspector Goole Сибил Берлинг Flop Similar →
1979 Agent of the Secret Service Nyaga Average Similar →
1978 Theatre Dolly Average Similar →
1978 Family Album Irma Flop Similar →
1978 Behind Glass Door - Flop Similar →
1976 Death Under Sail - Average Similar →
1976 Favorite Aunty Debb Penn Flop Similar →
1976 Attack On The Secret Police madame Leigne Hit Similar →
1975 Defying Fate - Flop Similar →
1974 Olegs and Aina - Super Hit Similar →
1974 Maritime Climates - Flop Similar →
1973 How the Steel Was Tempered редактор газеты Ирина Александровна Flop Similar →
1973 Blow, Wind! Mother Flop Similar →
1972 Devil's Servants on a Devil's Mill - Flop Similar →
1972 Tauriņdeja Annas kundze Hit Similar →
1970 Devil's Servants Getruda Average Similar →
1970 King Lear Goneril Hit Similar →
1970 Klavs - The Son of Martin Ance Flop Similar →
1970 The Republic of Varnu Street - Flop Similar →
1970 The Last Relic Abtiss Average Similar →
1968 The Times of the Surveyors Oļiņiete Average Similar →
1966 The Swamp Wader Horsta madāma Flop Similar →
1964 Hamlet Gertrude Hit Similar →
1949 Rainis Dora Flop Similar →

Elza Radziņa - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Elza Radziņa?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Elza Radziņa is "Olegs and Aina" with a rating of 8.5/10.

How many movies has Elza Radziņa acted in?

Elza Radziņa has been featured in at least 34 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Elza Radziņa?

Other notable films include "Hamlet", "Attack On The Secret Police", and "King Lear".