Aliona van der Horst - Actor Profile

Aliona van der Horst

Directing
Freshness: Jan 23, 2026
1Total Films
6.5 Highest Rated
Born: Jan 10, 1970
Birth Place: Moscow, USSR (Russia)

About Aliona van der Horst

In her 20 years of filmmaking Aliona van der Horst (born in in Russia, raised in the Netherlands) has received multiple international awards for her films, which were screened at film festivals around the world. Because of her personal, poetic and cinematic vision, her films are profoundly compelling and touching. Her most recent film, Love is Potatoes, won a number of awards, including the Golden Calf Award (Dutch Oscar) in 2018. Her films revolve around the question of how ordinary people's lives are shaped by historical events. By zooming in to a very intimate level she tells a universal story full of compassion. Most of her work deals with Russia, a country with which she has a love/hate relationship. Retrospectives of her work were held in Barcelona, Kiev and Belgrade. She is a member of the Documentary branch of AMPAS.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Aliona van der Horst reveals a career defined by exceptional commercial consistency. With a total of 1 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Documentary

The majority of Aliona van der Horst's filmography leans towards the Documentary 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 100% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Aliona van der Horst remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Love Is Potatoes, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Aliona van der Horst Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Aliona van der Horst's career based on audience ratings.

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Aliona van der Horst.

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2017 Love Is Potatoes Herself Hit Similar →

Aliona van der Horst - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Aliona van der Horst?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Aliona van der Horst is "Love Is Potatoes" with a rating of 6.5/10.

How many movies has Aliona van der Horst acted in?

Aliona van der Horst has been featured in at least 1 major films throughout their career.