Albert Bras was an American actor best known for his roles in Ladies’ Paradise, Vampyr, and Chicot the Jester. He was born on August 10, 1865, in Geneva, Switzerland, and passed away on September 29, 1942, in London, England, UK.
Personal and Family Life
Details about Albert Bras’s personal and family life are scarce, but it is known that he was born in Switzerland and later moved to England. Throughout his career, he became recognized in the film industry for his diverse roles in both silent and talking films.
Career
Albert Bras had a varied acting career, featuring in numerous films from the early 20th century. He gained prominence through his performances in significant films such as Au Bonheur des Dames and Vampyr, where his talents were widely appreciated.
Death and Legacy
Albert Bras died on September 29, 1942, in London. Though not widely remembered today, his contributions to early cinema have left a mark in film history, particularly in the genres of drama and horror.
Filmography
Title | Release Date | Character |
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Au Bonheur des Dames | 1930-07-03 | Bourdoncle |
Germinal | 1913-10-03 | Hennebeau |
Les Opprimés | 1923-01-01 | Don Ruys de la Playa Serra |
La sultane de l’amour | 1919-11-07 | Sultan Mahmoud-El-Hassam |
La dame de Monsoreau | 1913-11-28 | Baron de Méridor |
Vampyr – Der Traum des Allan Grey | 1932-05-06 | The Old Servant |
Kean | 1924-02-14 | |
Visages voilés… âmes closes | 1922-03-05 | |
André Cornelis | 1927-11-25 |