Berthe Bovy was an American actress who is best known for Le joueur, La reine Margot, and No Trifling with Love. She had a successful career in acting, making significant contributions to both film and theater.
Personal and Family Life
Berthe Bovy was born on January 6, 1887, in Liege, Belgium. She was married to Pierre Fresnay from 1923 until their divorce in 1929. Her father, Théophile Bovy, was a poet known for writing the lyrics to the official anthem of the Walloon Region. Bovy was also a member of the prestigious Comédie-Française, where she notably created the role in Jean Cocteau’s famous monologue, “La Voix Humaine.”
Career
Throughout her career, Berthe Bovy appeared in numerous films, starting with her early roles in the silent film era. She gained recognition for her performances in celebrated works like Le joueur in 1938 and various productions during her extensive career. Bovy’s work spanned several decades, showcasing her versatility as an actress in both comedic and dramatic roles.
Death and Legacy
Berthe Bovy passed away on February 26, 1977, in Montgeron, Essonne, Île-de-France, France. Her contributions to theater and film remain influential, particularly her role in shaping French cinema. Bovy is remembered not only for her performances but also for her artistic legacy, which continues to inspire future generations of actors.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Crime et châtiment | 1971-01-20 | Alione |
| Boule de suif | 1945-10-13 | Mme Bonnet |
| L’Armoire volante | 1948-10-29 | Madame Lea Lobligeois |
| L’assassinat du duc de Guise | 1908-11-17 | Le page |
| Le Déserteur | 1939-03-18 | Mme Marchand |
| La Maison Bonnadieu | 1951-11-27 | Madame Ramadin |
| Cœur de femme | 1913-01-01 | Marie-Claire de la Salette |
| La Terre | 1921-10-13 | La Trouille |
| David et Goliath | 1910-09-26 | David |
| Le joueur | 1938-09-06 | Babouchka |
| D’homme à hommes | 1948-10-01 | Madame Dunant |
| L’affaire du collier de la reine | 1912-02-02 | |
| Le Dimanche de la vie | 1967-01-13 | Nanette |
| L’Arlésienne | 1967-01-01 | |
| L’Affaire Maurizius | 1954-06-04 | La grand-mère |
| L’Ombre | 1948-06-23 | Mrs. Fournier |
| Jeunes filles de France | 1939-04-30 | La narratrice (voice) |
| Les Dernières Vacances | 1948-03-24 | Tante Délie |
| Bonjour Toubib | 1957-03-06 | Madame Cohen |
| Macbeth | 1909-01-01 | |
| La Belle Aventure | 1942-12-20 | Madame de Trévillac |
| Paris 1900 | 1948-02-25 | Self (archive footage) |
| Fantômas contre Fantômas | 1949-02-08 | La vieille dame |
| La Souricière | 1950-01-27 | Miss Germaine |
| Tartuffe ou L’Imposteur | 1960-07-05 | Madame Pernelle |
| L’attrait de Paris | 1912-04-17 | |
| Monsieur le Trouhadec saisi par la débauche | 1968-03-07 | La vieille joueuse |
| Le secret de soeur Angèle | 1956-03-21 | La supérieure de Paris |
| Mon oncle du Texas | 1962-09-28 | Grandma Elisa |
| Au temps des druides | ||
| Tango | 1970-07-07 | Eugénie |
| Le Roman de Carpentier |