A theatrical troupe from the west end of London loses its leading lady (Rose Trelawny) when she goes off to marry a rich young man from the other side of town (Arthur Gower). The rest of the play deals with the budding romance and trials and tribulations of their love, as well as the changing face of late-19th-century theatre.
Alright, let’s talk about The Actress. If you’re looking for a quiet, gentle romance steeped in that old Hollywood charm, especially the silent era stuff, then yes, this is absolutely worth a watch. Theater buffs and anyone curious about the social clashes of the late 19th century will find things to like here. But, if...
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Comparing the cinematic DNA and archive impact of two defining moments in cult history.
Sidney Franklin
Sidney Franklin
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"Alright, let’s talk about The Actress. If you’re looking for a quiet, gentle romance steeped in that old Hollywood charm, especially the silent era stuff, then yes, this is absolutely worth a watch. Theater buffs and anyone curious about the social clashes of the late 19th century will find things to like here. But, if you need fast-paced action, complex plots, or modern sensibilities, you’re probably gonna find it a bit of a snooze. 😴The story’s simple enough. We meet Rose Trelawny, a big deal..."
William Humphrey
Joseph Farnham, Albert Lewin, Richard Schayer, Arthur Wing Pinero
United States
