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Lisa Eichhorn

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Lisa Eichhorn

Lisa Warren Eichhorn (born February 4, 1952) is an American actress, producer, and writer known for her versatility in the entertainment industry. She was born in Glens Falls, New York, and later moved to Westbury, Long Island, with her family. Presenting a passion for drama and English during her college years, Eichhorn was drawn into the spheres of films, theatre, and television. Beginning her career in 1977, where she played Ophelia in Hamlet for the Queen's Theatre, Eichhorn's work expanded to include regional work and consistent television appearances.

Additionally, Yanks, a wartime romance motion picture directed by John Schlesinger, marked Eichhorn's film debut in 1979. Her performance earned her two Golden Globe nominations for Best Actress and Best New Star. Shortly after, she appeared in Merchant-Ivory's The Europeans, earning a BAFTA nomination for Best Supporting Actress. Eichhorn later garnered the Best Actress Award at the Deauville Film Festival for her compelling performance in Cutter's Way. In recent decades, Eichhorn expanded her craft behind the camera as a writer and producer, immersing herself in theatre and television projects in addition to writing scripts.

6 movies
3 nominations

Biography, Career & Filmography

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Given Name: Lisa Warren Eichhorn

Born: Glens Falls, New York, U.S.

Citizenship: American

Birthday: February 4, 1952

Occupations: Actress, Writer, Producer

Years Active: 1977-present

Children: 1

Awards and Nominations Received by Lisa Eichhorn

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33rd British Academy Film Awards 1980

Nomination

Best Actress in a Supporting Role

The Europeans

37th Golden Globe Awards 1980

Nomination

Best Performance in a Motion Picture – Drama (Actress)

Yanks
Nomination

New Star of the Year – Actress

Yanks

Career Timeline

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