Blanche Cornwall

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 CreatorLengthFormatColorSound
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