Marie Bell
- Known For
- Acting
- Born
- December 23, 1900 in Bordeaux, Gironde, France
- Died
- August 14, 1985 (aged 84)
- Active Years
- 1924–1973 (50 Years)
- Total Credits
- 39 credits in database
Biography
Marie Bell was born Marie-Jeanne Bellon-Downey on December 23, 1900, in Bègles near Bordeaux, France. She was a French tragedian, comic actor, and stage director, as well as a classical actress who also appeared in avant-garde theatre, notably the work of Jean Genet. Her interpretation of the role of Phèdre received notable acclaim, including praise from André Malraux. From 1962 onwards, she served as the director of the Théâtre du Gymnase in Paris, a theatre that now bears her name. Her known acting credits include film work such as Madame Récamier in 1928, La garçonne in 1936, and Un Carnet de bal in 1937. She was married to Jean Chevrier. Marie Bell passed away at the age of 84 on August 14, 1985, in Neuilly-sur-Seine, Hauts-de-Seine, France.
Career overview
Marie Bell was born Marie-Jeanne Bellon-Downey on December 23, 1900, in Bègles near Bordeaux, France. She spent her childhood between Bordeaux and England with her Irish father. Bell established herself as a French tragedian, comic actor, and stage director, and she was a classical actress who also appeared in avant-garde theatre, notably the works of Jean Genet. Her interpretation of the role of Phèdre received high acclaim, including praise from André Malraux, who noted that seeing Marie Bell in Phèdre was a unique chance for anyone wanting to know what French genius is.
In addition to her stage work, Bell pursued a film career. Her known acting credits include film appearances in Madame Récamier in 1928, La garçonne in 1936, and Un Carnet de bal in 1937. Throughout her career, she was credited with numerous known credits on film databases.
Beyond her acting performances, Bell served as the director of the Théâtre du Gymnase in Paris starting in 1962. The theatre now bears her name. She was married to Jean Chevrier. Marie Bell passed away on August 14, 1985, at the age of 84 in Neuilly-sur-Seine, Hauts-de-Seine, France.
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Career timeline
Full Filmography
39 titles- Closed Shutters (1973) as Aurore
- Le Grand Échiquier (1972) as Self
- Phèdre (1968) as Phèdre
- Hotel Paradiso (1966) as La Grande Antoinette
- Sandra (1965) as Corinna Gilardini
- How to Make a French Dish (1964) as Elderly Marie-Paule
- The Leopard (1963) as (uncredited)
- Discorama (1959) as Self
- Colonel Chabert (1943) as Countess Rosine Ferraud
- Vie privée (1942) as Florence
- Those of the Sky (1941) as Hélène
- The Phantom Wagon (1939) as sœur Maria
- Cocoanut (1939) as Caroline
- Legions of Honor (1938) as Simone Dabrau
- La Glu (1938) as Fernande dite La Glu
- Life Dances On (1937) as Christine Surgère
- Blanchette (1937) as Blanchette Rousset
- Pantins d'amour (1937) as Renée Morhange
- Temptation (1936)
- The Tomboy (1936) as Monique Lerbier, la garçonne
- The Novel of a Poor Young Man (1936) as Marguerite
- Les Demi-Vierges (1936) as Maud de Rouvre
- Sous la Terreur (1936)
- Fiordalisi d'oro (1936) as Anna Maria di Beaulieu
- Quand minuit sonnera (1936) as Mattia
- Poliche (1934)
- Fedora (1934) as Fédora
- The Great Game (1934) as Florence / Irma
- The Man with the Hispano (1933) as Stéphane Oswill
- Caprice de princesse (1933) as Isabelle
- Luck (1931) as Tania Balieff
- The Man Who Killed (1931)
- The crazy adventure (1931) as Nelly Irwin
- La nuit est à nous (1930) as Bettine Barsac
- The Joker (1930)
- Figaro (1929) as Suzanne
- Madame Récamier (1928) as Juliette Récamier
- La valse de l'adieu (1928)
- Paris (1924)
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What movies or TV shows is Marie Bell best known for?
Marie Bell is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Le Grand Échiquier (1972), Sandra (1965), The Leopard (1963).
When and where was Marie Bell born?
Marie Bell was born on December 23, 1900 in Bordeaux, Gironde, France. They passed away on August 14, 1985.
How many credits does Marie Bell have?
Marie Bell has 39 film and television credits listed on archytele, with work dated between 1924 and 1973.
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Marie Bell was born Marie-Jeanne Bellon-Downey on December 23, 1900, in Bègles near Bordeaux, France. She was a French tragedian, comic actor, and stage director, as well as a classical actress who also appeared in avant-garde theatre, notably the work of Jean Genet. Her interpretation of the role of Phèdre received no...
Marie Bell by the numbers
Age in their best-rated roles
- Le Grand Échiquier (1972) as Self — aged about 71
- The Leopard (1963) as (uncredited) — aged about 62
- Sandra (1965) as Corinna Gilardini — aged about 64
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