Blanche Cornwall
American actress (1868-1918)
Blanche Cornwall, was an American silent film and stage actress who is best known for her work in the years 1911-1914 as a leading lady for Solax Studios and Alice Guy-Blaché; film's first female director and producer. Blanche was born to William and Edith Dickey and took her mother's maiden name of Cornwall upon embarking on a theatrical career. She began acting on the stage with the repertory company of famed actress and theater director, Mildred Holland. She was also part of The Shubert Organization and made a success playing in theatrical adaptations of Charlotte Temple and David Copperfield.
Filmography in the catalog
Credited on 4 films (1912) — matched by name in the Creator or Credits field.
| Year ▲ | Title | Creator | Length | Format | Color | Sound |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1912 | Canned harmony. | Alice Guy-Blaché | 3:03 | 16mm | B&W | |
| 1912 | Falling Leaves | Alice Guy; Marian Swayne; Magda Foy; Mace Greenleaf; Blanche Cornwall | ||||
| 1912 | Making an American Citizen | Alice Guy; Lee Beggs; Blanche Cornwall | ||||
| 1912 | The Girl in the arm-chair | Alice Guy-Blaché | 13 | 16mm | Color |