Deborah Kara Unger, a Canadian actress of immense talent, made history by becoming the first Canadian to be accepted into the renowned Australian National Institute of Dramatic Art. Her journey in the world of cinema began with her feature film debut in the 1990 movie "Blood Oath", followed by significant roles in Christopher Crowe's 1992 thriller "Whispers in the Dark", the 1991 romantic drama "Till There Was You", the 1994 sci-fi film "Highlander: The Final Dimension", and the 1996 controversial drama "Crash".
Notably, Unger's early career saw her starring alongside esteemed actors Nicole Kidman and Denholm Elliott in the 1989 television drama "Bangkok Hilton", which earned critical acclaim. She also appeared in the 1993 HBO production "Hotel Room", directed by the accomplished James Signorelli, and the 1994 ensemble medical drama "State of Emergency" on Showtime.