ELENA LANDER
ACTRESS
ELENA LANDER
ACTRESS
ABOUT ME
Hello and welcome!
I am Elena Lander, an international actress based in Milan, with a vibrant multicultural background. My ideal role is that of a strong woman with a rich, nuanced past—think of a career-driven person, doctor, spy, journalist, or a compassionate mother, whether single or married to an oligarch. While I recognize the clichés often associated with Eastern European characters, I am passionate about reinterpreting them to reveal their depth. Not every role has to fit the mold of pole dancers or secret agents with heavy accents, right?
Recent credits include a role in the award-winning film "The Best Century of My Life", directed by Alessandro Bardani, the lead in "Settimo Grado", directed by Massimo Cappelli, and roles in the series "I Fratelli Corsaro" and "Stucky".
I was born and raised in Moscow in a Jewish family and graduated with a degree in acting from one of the leading universities in Moscow. My teachers were among the best directors and actors in Russia, students and followers of the Stanislavski, Vachtangov, and Chekhov schools.
In 2009, I immigrated to Israel, where I trained as a television presenter, accumulating thousands of hours of experience in live morning shows and news broadcasts. In 2024, I obtained a master's degree in creative production and wrote and directed the short film “Doppia Sfida,” which is now entering its festival run.
I am an extremely dynamic person, far from the concept of "dolce far niente." I enjoy being constantly on the move, whether it's running a half-marathon or dancing salsa and bachata - just so I can allow myself to indulge in tons of pistachio ice cream, which I absolutely love! Every strong character needs at least one delicious flaw!
Ciao,
Elena
I am Elena Lander, an international actress based in Milan, with a vibrant multicultural background. My ideal role is that of a strong woman with a rich, nuanced past—think of a career-driven person, doctor, spy, journalist, or a compassionate mother, whether single or married to an oligarch. While I recognize the clichés often associated with Eastern European characters, I am passionate about reinterpreting them to reveal their depth. Not every role has to fit the mold of pole dancers or secret agents with heavy accents, right?
Recent credits include a role in the award-winning film "The Best Century of My Life", directed by Alessandro Bardani, the lead in "Settimo Grado", directed by Massimo Cappelli, and roles in the series "I Fratelli Corsaro" and "Stucky".
I was born and raised in Moscow in a Jewish family and graduated with a degree in acting from one of the leading universities in Moscow. My teachers were among the best directors and actors in Russia, students and followers of the Stanislavski, Vachtangov, and Chekhov schools.
In 2009, I immigrated to Israel, where I trained as a television presenter, accumulating thousands of hours of experience in live morning shows and news broadcasts. In 2024, I obtained a master's degree in creative production and wrote and directed the short film “Doppia Sfida,” which is now entering its festival run.
I am an extremely dynamic person, far from the concept of "dolce far niente." I enjoy being constantly on the move, whether it's running a half-marathon or dancing salsa and bachata - just so I can allow myself to indulge in tons of pistachio ice cream, which I absolutely love! Every strong character needs at least one delicious flaw!
Ciao,
Elena
AS SEEN ON
GALLERY
MEDIA
I Fratelli Corsaro
Director: Francesco Miccichè
Monika - Elena Lander
Valeria - Lorena Cacciatore
Production: Cam Film for Mediaset
Monika - Elena Lander
Valeria - Lorena Cacciatore
Production: Cam Film for Mediaset
The Best Century of My Life
Director: Alessandro Bardani
Gustavo - Sergio Castellitto
Alina - Elena Lander
Production: Goon Films and Lucky Red in collaboration with Rai Cinema and in partnership with Amazon Prime
Gustavo - Sergio Castellitto
Alina - Elena Lander
Production: Goon Films and Lucky Red in collaboration with Rai Cinema and in partnership with Amazon Prime
Angel or Demon
Director: Stas Ivanov
Inga - Elena Lander
Marina Andreevna - Irina Savitskova
Production: Amedia for STS
Inga - Elena Lander
Marina Andreevna - Irina Savitskova
Production: Amedia for STS
Angel or Demon
Director: Stas Ivanov
Inga - Elena Lander
Alexei - Vadim Medvedev
Production: Amedia for STS
Inga - Elena Lander
Alexei - Vadim Medvedev
Production: Amedia for STS
BACKSTAGE
Comedy
Director: Alessandro Bardani
The premise of the story centers around an absurd Italian law that prevents adoptees like Giovanni (played by Valerio Lundini) from learning the identity of their biological parents until their 100th birthday. In order to change this law, Giovanni seeks the help of 100-year-old Gustavo (played by Sergio Castellitto), the only living person who has also faced these restrictions. Gustavo, however, expresses no interest in finding out the identity of his birth mother, putting Giovanni's plans at risk. Elena Lander plays the role of Alina, Gustavo's nurse who inspires in him protective feelings. Before beginning his journey, Gustavo leaves Alina a gift as an expression of his deep affection.
The film “Il più bel secolo della mia vita” won the main Gryphon Award in the Generator +18 category at the Giffoni Film Festival in 2023.
Director: Alessandro Bardani
The premise of the story centers around an absurd Italian law that prevents adoptees like Giovanni (played by Valerio Lundini) from learning the identity of their biological parents until their 100th birthday. In order to change this law, Giovanni seeks the help of 100-year-old Gustavo (played by Sergio Castellitto), the only living person who has also faced these restrictions. Gustavo, however, expresses no interest in finding out the identity of his birth mother, putting Giovanni's plans at risk. Elena Lander plays the role of Alina, Gustavo's nurse who inspires in him protective feelings. Before beginning his journey, Gustavo leaves Alina a gift as an expression of his deep affection.
The film “Il più bel secolo della mia vita” won the main Gryphon Award in the Generator +18 category at the Giffoni Film Festival in 2023.
"Settimo grado"
Thriller
Director: Massimo Cappelli
In the film "Settimo Grado," Massimo Cappelli draws viewers into the atmosphere of a dark family drama set against the backdrop of an isolated countryside estate. The entire family gathers for dinner. At first glance, it seems like an ordinary evening, but beneath the thin veneer of apparent calm lie long-standing grievances and undisclosed secrets. At the center of the story is the father (played by Giorgio Pasotti), his cold and mysterious partner (played by Elena Lander), and their mute daughter (Mia McGovern Zaini), who only communicates with the world through her nanny, who’s fluent in sign language.
The film screened at the Ischia Global Film & Music Fest and the Maratea Film Festival, and won the best film award at the CROFFI Film Festival in 2024.
Director: Massimo Cappelli
In the film "Settimo Grado," Massimo Cappelli draws viewers into the atmosphere of a dark family drama set against the backdrop of an isolated countryside estate. The entire family gathers for dinner. At first glance, it seems like an ordinary evening, but beneath the thin veneer of apparent calm lie long-standing grievances and undisclosed secrets. At the center of the story is the father (played by Giorgio Pasotti), his cold and mysterious partner (played by Elena Lander), and their mute daughter (Mia McGovern Zaini), who only communicates with the world through her nanny, who’s fluent in sign language.
The film screened at the Ischia Global Film & Music Fest and the Maratea Film Festival, and won the best film award at the CROFFI Film Festival in 2024.
ELENA LANDER
GET IN TOUCH
AGAVE TALENT ITALY
Federico Grippo:
federico@agavetalent.com
AVANTI Productions & Management Ltd. UK
Veronica Lazar:
+44 7999 193311
avantiproductions@live.co.uk
AGAVE TALENT ITALY
Federico Grippo:
federico@agavetalent.com
AVANTI Productions & Management Ltd. UK
Veronica Lazar:
+44 7999 193311
avantiproductions@live.co.uk
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