Lisa Smit's professional journey began to unfold in a notable manner, as she started to attract widespread recognition for her captivating performance in the children's horror film "Gruesome School Trip", which in 2005 achieved a remarkable feat of becoming a national box office hit, garnering admiration and accolades from both the United States and Great Britain.
She proceeded to take on a pivotal role in the highly acclaimed and celebrated youth series, Willemspark, which premiered in the year 2007. Subsequently, she starred in the psychological thriller, TBS, also known as Nothing To Lose under its international title, in the year 2008. This notable film garnered widespread recognition and accolades, ultimately winning the esteemed Golden Film Award, which is bestowed upon films that have sold over 100,000 tickets at the box office. Moreover, TBS also received the prestigious honor of Best Feature at the Philadelphia International Film Festival, solidifying its reputation as a standout production in the world of cinema.
Lisa, a talented actress, temporarily suspended her acting career to prioritize her academic pursuits, subsequently reviving her screen presence with a pivotal role in the critically acclaimed, avant-garde film Shocking Blue, released in 2010.
Prior to this, she made a notable guest appearance in the widely popular and highly regarded Dutch police drama series Flikken Maastricht, which garnered an impressive viewership of nearly two million individuals in 2007.
Lisa's acting career continued to flourish in 2010 with a notable supporting role in the 2011 film Lena, a cinematic production by renowned Flemish director Christophe van Rompaey. This highly anticipated movie premiered at the prestigious Toronto International Film Festival in September 2011, offering Lisa a platform to showcase her exceptional talent to a global audience.
In tandem with her film endeavors, Lisa also took on the lead role in the Dutch television movie Mijn Marko, which made its debut at the esteemed Dutch Film Festival in Utrecht.
Lisa's subsequent notable role was that of Laura Werner in a significant international production, specifically a film penned and directed by the renowned German writer-director Oskar Roehler. This cinematic endeavor premiered at the prestigious Berlin event on February 5, 2013, and subsequently made its nationwide debut on February 14, marking a notable milestone in Lisa's professional journey.
Lisa's cinematic endeavors have garnered significant recognition within the film industry, with Quellen Des Lebens being a notable nominee for the prestigious Best Film award at the German Film Awards in 2013. Furthermore, her acting prowess was showcased in the Dutch television series Max & Billy's Drill Machine Girl, which received an International Emmy Award nomination, underscoring her versatility and talent as a performer.
Lisa's career in film and television continued to flourish as she embarked on a new project, sharing the spotlight with her co-stars in the popular youth series Zusjes. Meanwhile, she also appeared in the historical epic Kenau, a cinematic masterpiece that garnered international attention and premiered at the prestigious Stony Brook Festival in New York. This notable event marked a significant milestone in Lisa's professional journey, as Kenau went on to win the esteemed Audience Award for Best Feature at the festival.
Lisa's acting career continued to flourish as she landed a role in the short film "The Last Day of Summer", a cinematic masterpiece directed by the talented Feike Santbergen. The film made its highly anticipated world premiere at the prestigious Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF),a platform that has launched the careers of numerous renowned filmmakers and actors.
In addition to her work on "The Last Day of Summer", Lisa also had the privilege of starring in the short film "Forever After", a project helmed by the visionary British director Charlotte Scott-Wilson. This captivating film made its world premiere in competition at the Palm Springs International Short Film Festival in California, a renowned festival that showcases the best of short filmmaking from around the globe.
Lisa's professional endeavors in 2015 led to her starring role in the third season of the esteemed television series Doctor Deen. Additionally, she played a pivotal role in the captivating supernatural drama series Project Orpheus, which premiered on Dutch television in the spring of 2016. This remarkable performance marked a significant milestone in her career, as she showcased her exceptional acting skills to a wider audience.
Furthermore, Lisa had the privilege of starring in a new cinematic venture, The Long Reach of Shadow, directed by the renowned Feike Santbergen. This ambitious project afforded her the opportunity to portray the complex and emotionally demanding character of a psychologically disturbed young woman, a role that pushed her acting abilities to new heights. The majority of the film's production took place in Greece, providing a unique and captivating backdrop for the narrative.
The Long Reach of Shadow made its world premiere at the prestigious Dutch Film Festival in September 2016, marking a triumphant conclusion to Lisa's challenging yet rewarding experience on set.
Lisa embarked on a hiatus from her acting career to concentrate on her academic pursuits, a deliberate choice that allowed her to recharge and refocus her creative energies.
Before resuming her acting work in early 2017, Lisa found herself back in the spotlight, this time starring in the romantic comedy "All The Single Ladies!", a project spearheaded by the talented and innovative filmmaker Yfke van Berckelaer, who hails from the vibrant city of Los Angeles.
Van Berckelaer, a respected figure in the film industry, brought her unique vision and expertise to the project, serving as both the writer and director of the film.
Lisa's return to acting was marked by her starring role in "All The Single Ladies!", a romantic comedy that showcased her impressive range and versatility as an actress.
