- Cool, self-possessed leading lady of the pre-war German cinema, trained under the renowned actress Julia Serda. First appeared on stage in 1934. In films, often seen in worldly or capricious roles. Made a comeback in the 1960's as a villainess in several Edgar Wallace adaptations.
- She continued her career successfully in the 40's and took part in well-known movies like "Quax, der Bruchpilot" (1941), "Die Feuerzangenbowle" (1943), "Paracelsus" (1943) and "Orient-Express" (1944).
- She died in 2003 at the age of 87 after breaking her femoral neck in a Berlin hospital.
- The actress Hilde Sessak began her long-standing film career in the middle of the 30's and conquered the big screen with her exotic charisma.
- After the war she impersonated normally support roles to which she gave depth with her acting ability.
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