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Victor Sjöström
One of the most influential forces in the development of the Swedish cinema, Sjostrom began his career as a professional actor in 1896, as a member of Ernst Ahlbom's travelling theater company. He worked as both an actor and director for a number of Swedish companies during the next 16 years. In 1911 he formed his own company along with Einar Froberg, and, in 1913, was offered a film contract by Svenksa Bio.