Born on May 16, 1961, in France, she was a talented actress and filmmaker. She gained prominence for her role in Wim Wenders' "Wings of Desire" (1987), where she portrayed the angelic Marion. Known for her ethereal presence and captivating performances, she also contributed to screenwriting and direction in films like "Until the End of the World" (1991). Her career, marked by a few but memorable films, was cut short by her untimely death on January 11, 2007.