Miriam Battista
American actress (1912-1980)
Miriam Battista was an American actress known principally for her early career as a child star in silent films. After gaining notice in Broadway theatre at the age of four, she was cast in films the same year. Her most famous appearance was in the 1920 film Humoresque in which she played a little girl on crutches. As an adult, Battista acted in Italian-language films in the 1930s, and she appeared in Broadway productions. She wrote, sang, composed music, and co-hosted a television talk show with her second husband.
Filmography in the catalog
Credited on 2 films (1920–1922) — matched by name in the Creator or Credits field. Also mentioned in 1 other record (descriptions, transcriptions, copyright notes).
| Year ▲ | Title | Creator | Length | Format | Color | Sound |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1920 | Humoresque. | International Film Service Co. Inc. | 6 reels | 16mm | B&W | sound |
| 1922 | THE GOOD PROVIDER. | International Film Service Co. Inc. | 8 reels | B&W |