Anna Duncan was an American actress who is best known for Dinner at Eight, The Scarlet Empress, and The Black Cat.
Personal and Family Life
Anna Duncan was born on December 21, 1894, with the original surname Denzler. She was one of the “Isadorables,” a group of six original disciples of the famous dancer Isadora Duncan. Although the others were German, Anna was Swiss.
Death and Legacy
Anna Duncan passed away on March 7, 1980, in New York City, New York, due to natural causes. Her contributions to early cinema and her unique background in dance and theater left a lasting impact on the arts.
Filmography
Year | Title | Role |
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1933 | Dinner at Eight | Dora |
1934 | The Scarlet Empress | Catherine’s Lady-in-Waiting (uncredited) |
1934 | The Black Cat | Maid (uncredited) |