Alice Dwyer

Alice Dwyer (née Alice Deekeling; born 1988 in West Berlin, West Germany) is a German actress renowned for her versatility across film, television and theater. From her debut in the late 1990s, she quickly established herself as a compelling screen presence, gaining critical attention with the 2003 award‑winning performance as Katharina in the internationally acclaimed film Distant Lights (Lichter), for which she received the silver Deutscher Filmpreis. The role showcased her ability to convey deep emotional nuance within a socially charged narrative, and it marked the beginning of a steady stream of prominent roles. Over the next decade Dwyer expanded her repertoire, starring in the acclaimed comedy‑drama Almanya – Welcome to Germany, the intense thriller The Wave, and the chilling period piece The White Ribbon, each performance underscoring her skill in navigating both dramatic and light‑hearted material. In 2008 she was honoured with the Max‑Ophüls‑Preis as best new talent, a testament to her rising stature within the German film industry. Beyond her film work, Dwyer has been a regular on television, appearing in series such as Tatort, Polizeiruf 110 and the globally streamed sci‑fi drama Dark, where her nuanced portrayals have earned her a dedicated fan base. Dwyer’s choice of the surname “Dwyer” is a tribute to her mother, New Zealand‑born Angela Dwyer, who encouraged her artistic pursuits; the name has become a recognizable brand in contemporary German cinema. Since 2018 she has been married to fellow actor Sabin Tambrea, and the couple is known for supporting independent film projects. With a career spanning more than two decades, Alice Dwyer continues to influence the German cultural landscape, combining critical acclaim with popular appeal while remaining committed to challenging roles that explore complex human experiences.