Lauren Bacall

Born:16. září 1924

Place of Birth:The Bronx, New York City, New York, USA

Died:12. srpna 2014

Known For:Acting

Biography

Lauren Bacall, born Betty Joan Perske on September 16, 1924, was a legendary American actress celebrated for her iconic husky voice and captivating allure on the silver screen. Her career trajectory began in the world of modeling before transitioning into acting, where she quickly rose to fame as a leading lady alongside the renowned Humphrey Bogart in the classic film "To Have and Have Not" (1944). Bacall's magnetic presence and talent shone through in a series of film noir masterpieces, including "The Big Sleep" (1946), "Dark Passage" (1947), and "Key Largo" (1948), solidifying her status as a Hollywood icon.

Beyond her notable collaborations with Bogart, Bacall showcased her versatility by seamlessly transitioning between genres, effortlessly navigating comedic roles in films like "How to Marry a Millionaire" (1953) alongside Marilyn Monroe and "Designing Woman" (1957) opposite Gregory Peck. Her charm and charisma transcended the silver screen, captivating audiences with her Broadway performances in acclaimed musicals that garnered her prestigious Tony Awards for "Applause" in 1970 and "Woman of the Year" in 1981, showcasing her immense talent and range as a performer.

Throughout her illustrious career, Bacall's contributions to the entertainment industry were widely recognized, cementing her legacy as one of the most influential actresses of her time. Her memorable portrayal in "The Mirror Has Two Faces" (1996) not only earned her critical acclaim but also accolades such as a Golden Globe Award and an Academy Award nomination, further solidifying her status as a powerhouse performer with a lasting impact on cinema.

In 1999, Bacall's enduring influence on Hollywood was reaffirmed when she was ranked 20th among the 25 actresses on the AFI's prestigious "100 Years...100 Stars" list by the American Film Institute, a testament to her enduring legacy and timeless appeal. Additionally, in 2009, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences honored Bacall with an Academy Honorary Award, recognizing her pivotal role in shaping the Golden Age of motion pictures and her unparalleled contributions to the art of film.

On August 12, 2014, the world mourned the loss of a true cinematic icon as Lauren Bacall passed away at the age of 89. Her grandson Jamie Bogart confirmed that the actress had succumbed to a stroke, marking the end of an era but leaving behind a rich legacy that continues to inspire and captivate audiences around the globe. Lauren Bacall's indelible mark on the world of entertainment remains etched in the annals of film history, ensuring that her unparalleled talent and timeless allure will be cherished for generations to come.

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Misery

Marcia Sindell

1990

After an accident, acclaimed novelist Paul Sheldon is rescued by a nurse who claims to be his biggest fan. Her obsession takes a dark turn when she holds him captive in her remote Colorado home and forces him to write back to life the popular literary character he killed off.

Dogville

Ma Ginger

2003

When beautiful young Grace arrives in the isolated township of Dogville, the small community agrees to hide her from a gang of ruthless gangsters, and, in return, Grace agrees to do odd jobs for the townspeople.

The Big Sleep

Vivian Sternwood Rutledge

1946

Private Investigator Philip Marlowe is hired by wealthy General Sternwood regarding a matter involving his youngest daughter Carmen. Before the complex case is over, Marlowe sees murder, blackmail, deception, and what might be love.

Harper

Elaine Sampson

1966

Harper is a cynical private eye in the best tradition of Bogart. He even has Bogie's Baby hiring him to find her missing husband, getting involved along the way with an assortment of unsavory characters and an illegal-alien smuggling ring.

Prêt-à-Porter

Slim Chrysler

1994

During Paris Fashion Week, models, designers and industry hot shots gather to work, mingle, argue and try to seduce one another.

Birth

Eleanor

2004

It took Anna 10 years to recover from the death of her husband, Sean, but now she's on the verge of marrying her boyfriend, Joseph, and finally moving on. However, on the night of her engagement party, a young boy named Sean turns up, saying he is her dead husband reincarnated. At first she ignores the child, but his knowledge of her former husband's life is uncanny, leading her to believe that he might be telling the truth.

The Mirror Has Two Faces

Hannah Morgan

1996

Rose Morgan, who still lives with her mother, is a professor of Romantic Literature who desperately longs for passion in her life. Gregory Larkin, a mathematics professor, has been burned by passionate relationships and longs for a sexless union based on friendship and respect.

To Have and Have Not

Marie Browning

1945

A Martinique charter boat skipper gets mixed up with the underground French resistance operatives during WWII.

Appointment with Death

Lady Westholme

1988

Emily Boynton, the stepmother to three children, blackmails the family lawyer into destroying a second will of her late husband that would have freed the children from her dominating influence. She takes herself, the children, and her daughter-in-law on holiday to Europe and the Holy Land. At a dig, Emily is found dead and Hercule Poirot investigates.

Dark Passage

Irene Jansen

1947

A man convicted of murdering his wife escapes from prison and works with a woman to try and prove his innocence.

The Shootist

Bond Rogers

1976

Afflicted with a terminal illness John Bernard Books, the last of the legendary gunfighters, quietly returns to Carson City for medical attention from his old friend Dr. Hostetler. Aware that his days are numbered, the troubled man seeks solace and peace in a boarding house run by a widow and her son. However, it is not Books' fate to die in peace, as he becomes embroiled in one last valiant battle.

Manderlay

Mam

2005

In 1933, after leaving Dogville, Grace Margaret Mulligan sees a slave being punished at a cotton farm called Manderlay. Officially, slavery is illegal and Grace stands up against the farmers. She stays with some gangsters in Manderlay and tries to influence the situation. But when harvest time comes, Grace sees the social and economic reality of Manderlay.

My Fellow Americans

Margaret Kramer

1996

They used to run the country. Now they're running for their lives! Two on-the-lam former Presidents of the United States. Framed in a scandal by the current President and pursued by armed agents, the two squabbling political foes plunge into a desperately frantic search for the evidence that will establish their innocence.