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Eleanor Robson Belmont

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Eleanor Robson Belmont was an American actress recognized for her work in both theater and film. Born on December 13, 1879, she was active in the entertainment industry during the early 20th century. Belmont's career included performances in silent films, which she transitioned into talkies, showcasing her adaptability and versatility. She passed away on October 24, 1979, leaving behind a legacy of enduring talent and dedication to her craft.

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“A woman in agony of spirit might turn her head just so; a man in deep humiliation probably would wring his hands in such a way. From straws like these, drawn from completely different sources, the fabric of a character may be built.”

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“An actor rides in a bus or railroad train; he sees a movement and applies it to a new role. The whole garment in which the actor hides himself is made of small externals of observation fitted to his conception of a role.”

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“In retrospect, the past seems not one existence with a continuous flow of years and events that follow each other in logical sequence, but a life periodically dividing into entirely separate compartments. Change of surroundings, interests, pursuits, has made it seem actually more like different incarnations.”

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“Never be afraid to meet to the hilt the demand of either work, or friendship - two of life's major assets.”

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“A private railroad car is not an acquired taste. One takes to it immediately.”

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“I was trained by my husband. He said, If you want a thing done go. If not send. I belong to that group of people who move the piano themselves.”

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“There is a vital force in rumor. Though crushed to earth, to all intents and purposes buried, it can rise again without apparent effort.”

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“Cathedrals are built with pennies of the faithful. A great opera house also is a spiritual center, a temple of sorts, where many gather together for recreation, education, and inspiration - a blessed trinity worthy of public support.”

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“We use important words too frequently and they lose value; for instance, charm and great. An actor or musician often is proclaimedgreat when we really mean he is outstanding.”

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“An actor must communicate his author's given message--comedy, tragedy, serio- comedy; then comes his unique moment, as he is confronted by the looked-for, yet at times unexpected, reaction of the audience. This split second is his; he is in command of his medium; the effect vanishes into thin air; but that moment has a power all its own and, like power in any form, is stimulating and alluring.”

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About the Author

Born: December 13, 1879
Died: October 24, 1979
Known for: Actress
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