Pernilla August, standing at an exact 5ft 4 (162.6 cm), is a petite Swedish actress, director, and screenwriter whose compact stature has defined her compelling screen presence. Best known internationally for her role as Shmi Skywalker in Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace and Star Wars: Episode II – Attack of the Clones, her height emphasized the vulnerable yet resilient maternal figure contrasting with the saga's towering heroes.
August's 5ft 4 (162.6 cm) frame also shone in Ingmar Bergman's The Best Intentions, enhancing her portrayal of emotional intensity and intimacy in Swedish cinema classics.