Synnøve Macody Lund, a talented Norwegian actress and director, was born on May 24, 1976, in Stord, Norway. With a captivating presence, she has made a name for herself in the entertainment industry, appearing in notable films and television shows.
Evidently, Synnøve's passion for the arts is deeply rooted, as she is educated in literature, film, and documentary filmmaking. In addition to her acting career, she has also worked as an editor, film critic, and author, showcasing her versatility and dedication to her craft.
Her breakthrough role came as the lead in the internationally acclaimed feature film "Headhunters" (2011),opposite Aksel Hennie and Nicolaj Coster Waldau, directed by Oscar-nominated director Morten Tyldum. This success was followed by her appearance in "Riviera" (2017) and the highly anticipated "Ragnarok" (2020).
Synnøve's impressive resume also includes a supporting role in the sequel to "The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo", "The Girl in the Spider's Web" (2018),directed by Fede Alvarez. Additionally, she starred in the Polish crime series "Illegals" (2018),directed by award-winning director Leszek Dawid.
Furthermore, she was a series regular in the TV-series "Acquitted" (2015-2016),a huge hit in Scandinavia, which was selected by "The Hollywood Reporter" as one of the top '10 must see' TV shows. Synnøve also played a lead role in the Scandinavian coproduced TV-series "Black Widows" (2012-2013),a remake of the successful Finnish original.
Her outstanding performance in the thriller "Haunted" (2018),directed by Carl Christian Raabe, received rave reviews. With her extensive experience in the entertainment industry, Synnøve Macody Lund has solidified her position as a talented and accomplished actress and director.
