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Actress, presenter and model Manuela
Wenger attended and appeared in
the “Frauen & Kunst” (Woman & Art) fashion show in Kreuzlingen,
Switzerland, in honor of International Women's Day. The event was held at
Seeburg Castle, which dates back to 1598, on beautiful Lake Constance. Manuela modelled a dress by high fashion
designer Ketty Nuñez who has also shown in both the New York and Milan
Fashion Week.
“It was a special event for me to model in”, said Manuela, “as it merged
different art forms such as haute couture fashion, swimwear and jewelry with
many cultures represented through a vibrant backdrop of music and artwork. The
result was a celebration of the beauty and versatility of women's expression
and creativity – perfectly in sync with International Women's Day.” Regarding the
challenges women face in their careers, Wenger says, “the fact is, even now,
many professions are still dominated by men who make the hiring decisions.
Women are very often sidelined because they are made to choose between a
successful career or having a family. As the traditional caregiver in any family, women are
expected, more than men, to acquiesce and abandon their own dreams and
ambitions to the needs and attentions required by their loved ones. In the film
industry for example, several reports and studies talk about women being
underrepresented and facing challenges in booking lead roles and directing
films. Speaking from my own experience, I haven’t had to make these choices
yet. I am just grateful to have been supported and appreciated for the
personality and skills I bring to the table at the workplace.”
Earlier this year, Manuela
Wenger was in Swiss
cinemas playing the role of Ilaria, with the film Velo Gang, directed by Alex Kälin: the story of Yosef, a young
refugee trying to make a living in Switzerland. He soon realizes that the only
job he can get is delivering food by bike, but soon finds himself in trouble
with the most dangerous bike couriers in Zurich. The movie is an homage to the
B-movies featuring bikers of the 1960s.
In Follow Us # iCarus, a new film by Caroline Wloka
soon to be released in Swiss cinemas, Wenger plays the role of the nurse in the
clinic. The story is about two friends who experience the thrill of success as
influencers on social networks. One of them, in order to create spectacular
content for his followers, has his friend film him performing daring stunts
until a tragic accident occurs.
In addition, Manuela
Wenger has worked on several other projects. Over the past few years, she has
been honing her skills with parts in theatrical productions The Deadly Legacy,
A Midsummer Night's Dream and The American Dream, adding to her nearly ten
years acting experience. More recently she will be appearing in feature films APPology
- Be Your Best Self, The Decision and Tides. She has worked as a moderator for
many events including at the Zurich Film Festival for several years as well as on
various commercials, as a model and as a voice over artist.
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