Lillian Gish: The Actor's Life for Me

Called "the first lady of the silent screen," Lillian Gish was the archetypal silent film heroine — the delicate damsel in distress, stranded on a swift-moving ice floe, cowering before a sadistic brute. The film showcases generous footage of her most memorable performances. In this Emmy-award winning documentary, the celebrated actress reflects on her life and work spanning the 20th century, particularly her years as D.W. Griffith's favorite leading lady and collaborator.

Format
Movie
Episodes
1
Episode Duration
55 mins
Status
Finished
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Type
Movie
Format
Movie
Episodes
1
Episode Duration
55 mins
Status
Finished
Start Date
Jul 11, 1988
Season
1988
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0
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0
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0
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0
Producers
American Film Foundation, American Masters Pictures, Eagle Rock Entertainment
Genres
Documentary
Country
United States

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Called "the first lady of the silent screen," Lillian Gish was the archetypal silent film heroine — the delicate damsel in distress, stranded on a swift-moving ice floe, cowering before a sadistic brute. The film showcases generous footage of her most memorable performances. In this Emmy-award winning documentary, the celebrated actress reflects on her life and work spanning the 20th century, particularly her years as D.W. Griffith's favorite leading lady and collaborator.

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Japanese

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Staff

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