Alice Roberts was a Belgian actress who is best known for her roles in Pandora’s Box (1929), Das Schicksal derer von Habsburg – Die Tragödie eines Kaiserreiches (1928), and La femme rêvée (1929). She had a brief acting career that primarily took place in the late 1920s.
Personal and Family Life
Alice Roberts was born on July 26, 1906, in Belgium. There is limited information available about her family and personal life, but she gained notable recognition in the film industry during her short career.
Career
Roberts began her film career in the late 1920s, working in both German and French films. She is particularly remembered for her role as Countess Anna Geschwitz in the film Pandora’s Box, which is significant for showcasing one of the first lesbian characters on screen. Her transition to French cinema was influenced by the growing popularity of sound films.
Death and Legacy
Alice Roberts passed away on October 29, 1985, in Belgium due to a heart attack. Despite her brief time in the film industry, her work left an impact, particularly through her groundbreaking role in Pandora’s Box.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Die Büchse der Pandora | 1929-01-30 | Countess Anna Geschwitz |
| Le Schpountz | 1938-04-15 | Rita Camelia |
| Mon curé chez les riches | 1932-04-29 | Mrs. Cousinet |
| Der Narr seiner Liebe | 1929-08-01 | |
| La Femme rêvée | 1929-07-05 | Mercedes de Caridad |
| Quand nous étions deux | 1930-05-03 | Lise Daltour |
| Le costaud des PTT | 1931-10-16 | |
| Meineid | 1929-04-26 | Inge Sperber |
| Der lustige Witwer | 1929-05-01 |