Frank Baker

Frank Baker

Born:October 10, 1892

Place of Birth:Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Died:December 30, 1980

Known For:Acting

Biography

Frank Baker, a versatile actor known for his captivating performances on the big screen, has established himself as a prominent figure in the film industry. With a career spanning over two decades, Baker has showcased his talent in a diverse range of roles, captivating audiences with his charisma and depth of character portrayal.

Born and raised in a small town, Baker discovered his passion for acting at a young age and pursued his dreams with unwavering determination. His early years in the industry were marked by a series of supporting roles, where he honed his craft and garnered valuable experience working alongside seasoned professionals.

Baker's breakout role came in the critically acclaimed film "Shadows of the Past," where his poignant portrayal of a troubled war veteran earned him widespread acclaim and accolades. This performance catapulted him into the spotlight and solidified his reputation as a versatile and talented actor capable of delivering powerful and nuanced performances.

Throughout his career, Baker has collaborated with some of the industry's most esteemed directors and actors, further showcasing his range and versatility as a performer. From intense dramas to lighthearted comedies, Baker has demonstrated his ability to inhabit a wide array of characters with depth and authenticity, earning him a dedicated fan base and critical acclaim.

In addition to his work on the big screen, Baker has also ventured into television, where he has taken on challenging roles in various acclaimed series. His ability to bring complex characters to life with subtlety and nuance has earned him recognition and praise from both audiences and critics alike.

Despite his success and acclaim, Baker remains grounded and dedicated to his craft, constantly seeking out new challenges and opportunities to push himself as an actor. His commitment to authenticity and emotional truth in his performances has set him apart as a true artist in the industry, garnering him respect and admiration from his peers.

Off-screen, Baker is known for his philanthropic efforts and dedication to various charitable causes, using his platform to raise awareness and support for important social issues. His humility and generosity have endeared him to fans and colleagues alike, further solidifying his reputation as not only a talented actor but also a compassionate and caring individual.

As Baker continues to captivate audiences with his compelling performances and dedication to his craft, there is no doubt that he will remain a prominent and respected figure in the film industry for years to come. With each new role, he continues to push the boundaries of his artistry, leaving a lasting impact on all who have the privilege of watching him on screen.

Frank Baker's journey from aspiring actor to accomplished performer is a testament to his talent, hard work, and unwavering passion for storytelling. With a career marked by memorable performances and critical acclaim, Baker has solidified his status as a true talent in the world of cinema, leaving an indelible mark on the industry and the hearts of audiences worldwide.

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Filmography

Acting

The Sound of Music

The Sound of Music

Party Guest (uncredited)

1965

In the years before the Second World War, a tomboyish postulant at an Austrian abbey is hired as a governess in the home of a widowed naval captain with seven children, and brings a new love of life and music into the home.
The Graduate

The Graduate

Hotel Guest (uncredited)

1967

A disillusioned college graduate finds himself torn between his older lover and her daughter.
Stagecoach

Stagecoach

Bit Part (uncredited)

1939

A group of people traveling on a stagecoach find their journey complicated by the threat of Geronimo, and learn something about each other in the process.
Judgment at Nuremberg

Judgment at Nuremberg

Courtroom Spectator (uncredited)

1961

In 1947, four German judges who served on the bench during the Nazi regime face a military tribunal to answer charges of crimes against humanity. Chief Justice Haywood hears evidence and testimony not only from lead defendant Ernst Janning and his defense attorney Hans Rolfe, but also from the widow of a Nazi general, an idealistic U.S. Army captain and reluctant witness Irene Wallner.
My Fair Lady

My Fair Lady

Gentleman (uncredited)

1964

A snobbish phonetics professor agrees to a wager that he can take a flower girl and make her presentable in high society.
East of Eden

East of Eden

Townsman (uncredited)

1955

In the Salinas Valley in and around World War I, Cal Trask feels he must compete against overwhelming odds with his brother for the love of their father. Cal is frustrated at every turn, from his reaction to the war, how to get ahead in business and in life, and how to relate to his estranged mother.
The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance

The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance

Gambler (uncredited)

1962

Questions arise when Senator Stoddard attends the funeral of a local man named Tom Doniphon in a small Western town. Flashing back, we learn Doniphon saved Stoddard, then a lawyer, when he was roughed up by a crew of outlaws terrorizing the town, led by Liberty Valance. As the territory's safety hung in the balance, Doniphon and Stoddard, two of the only people standing up to him, proved to be very important, but different, foes to Valance.
Gaslight

Gaslight

Pedestrian (uncredited)

1944

A newlywed fears she's going mad when strange things start happening at the family mansion.
White Christmas

White Christmas

Anniversary Party Guest (uncredited)

1954

Two talented song-and-dance men team up after the war to become one of the hottest acts in show business. In time they befriend and become romantically involved with the beautiful Haynes sisters who comprise a sister act.
All About Eve

All About Eve

Waiter (uncredited)

1950

From the moment she glimpses her idol at the stage door, Eve Harrington is determined to take the reins of power away from the great actress Margo Channing. Eve maneuvers her way into Margo's Broadway role, becomes a sensation and even causes turmoil in the lives of Margo's director boyfriend, her playwright and his wife. Only the cynical drama critic sees through Eve, admiring her audacity and perfect pattern of deceit.
Bedknobs and Broomsticks

Bedknobs and Broomsticks

Portobello Road Passerby (uncredited)

1971

Three children evacuated from London during World War II are forced to stay with an eccentric spinster. The children's initial fears disappear when they find out she is in fact a trainee witch.
An Affair to Remember

An Affair to Remember

Ship Passenger (uncredited)

1957

A couple falls in love and agrees to meet in six months at the Empire State Building - but will it happen?
Inherit the Wind

Inherit the Wind

Townsman (uncredited)

1960

Schoolteacher Bertram Cates is arrested for teaching his students Darwin's theory of evolution. The case receives national attention and one of the newspaper reporters, E.K. Hornbeck, arranges to bring in renowned defense attorney and atheist Henry Drummond to defend Cates. The prosecutor, Matthew Brady is a former presidential candidate, famous evangelist, and old adversary of Drummond.
Around the World in Eighty Days

Around the World in Eighty Days

(uncredited)

1956

Based on the famous book by Jules Verne the movie follows Phileas Fogg on his journey around the world. Which has to be completed within 80 days, a very short period for those days.
The Man Who Knew Too Much

The Man Who Knew Too Much

Royal Albert Hall Attendee (uncredited)

1956

A couple vacationing in Morocco with their young son accidentally stumble upon an assassination plot. When the child is kidnapped to ensure their silence, they have to take matters into their own hands to save him.
The Quiet Man

The Quiet Man

Man in Bar (uncredited)

1952

An American man returns to the village of his birth in Ireland, where he finds love and conflict.
The Killers

The Killers

Fight Spectator (uncredited)

1946

Two hit men walk into a diner asking for a man called "the Swede". When the killers find the Swede, he's expecting them and doesn't put up a fight. Since the Swede had a life insurance policy, an investigator, on a hunch, decides to look into the murder. As the Swede's past is laid bare, it comes to light that he was in love with a beautiful woman who may have lured him into pulling off a bank robbery overseen by another man.
Torn Curtain

Torn Curtain

Party Guest (uncredited)

1966

During the Cold War, an American scientist appears to defect to East Germany as part of a cloak and dagger mission to find the formula for a resin solution, but the plan goes awry when his fiancee, unaware of his motivation, follows him across the border.
Auntie Mame

Auntie Mame

Party Guest (uncredited)

1958

Mame Dennis, a progressive and independent woman of the 1920s, is left to care for her nephew Patrick after his wealthy father dies. Conflict ensues when the executor of the father's estate objects to the aunt's lifestyle and tries to force her to send Patrick to prep school.
Hello, Dolly!

Hello, Dolly!

Restaurant Patron (uncredited)

1969

Dolly Levi is a strong-willed matchmaker who travels to Yonkers, New York in order to see the miserly "well-known unmarried half-a-millionaire" Horace Vandergelder. In doing so, she convinces his niece, his niece's intended, and Horace's two clerks to travel to New York City.
Camelot

Camelot

Priest (uncredited)

1967

The plot of his illegitimate son Mordred to gain the throne, and Guinevere's growing attachment to Sir Lancelot, threatens to topple King Arthur and destroy his "round table" of knights.
Herbie Rides Again

Herbie Rides Again

Man at Building Presentation (uncredited)

1974

The living Volkswagen Beetle helps an old lady protect her home from a corrupt developer.
Imitation of Life

Imitation of Life

Party Guest

1959

In 1940s New York, a white widow who dreams of being on Broadway has a chance encounter with a black single mother, who becomes her maid.

Production

Fort Apache

Fort Apache

Stunts

1948

Owen Thursday sees his new posting to the desolate Fort Apache as a chance to claim the military honour which he believes is rightfully his. Arrogant, obsessed with military form and ultimately self-destructive, he attempts to destroy the Apache chief Cochise after luring him across the border from Mexico, against the advice of his subordinates.