Dorothy Alison was an Australian actress who is best known for A Town Like Alice, Reach for the Sky, and Dr Jekyll & Sister Hyde. She had a prominent career in film and television, showcasing her talent in various roles.
Personal and Family Life
Dorothy Alison was born on April 4, 1925, in Broken Hill, New South Wales, Australia. She attended Sydney Girls High School and later moved to London in 1949 to pursue her acting career. Dorothy was married to Leslie Linder from June 12, 1952, until their divorce in December 1976.
Career Overview
Before finding success as an actress, Dorothy worked in secretarial jobs while seeking opportunities in British films. Her breakthrough came with her role as a teacher of a deaf child in Crash of Silence, earning her the 1952 British Film Academy’s Award for ‘Most Promising Newcomer’. Over the years, she became known for playing motherly and sympathetic characters in a variety of films and television shows.
Death and Legacy
Dorothy Alison passed away on January 17, 1992, in London, England, UK. Throughout her career, she left a lasting impact on the film industry with her remarkable performances, particularly in significant productions like A Town Like Alice. Her contributions to the arts continue to be remembered by fans and fellow actors alike.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Dr Jekyll & Sister Hyde | 1971-10-17 | Mrs. Spencer |
| Interpol | 1957-04-02 | Helen |
| The Long Arm | 1956-06-01 | Mary Halliday |
| The Amazing Mr. Blunden | 1972-12-07 | Mrs. Richard Allen |
| Reach for the Sky | 1956-07-05 | Nurse Brace |
| The Man Upstairs | 1958-09-30 | Mrs. Barnes |
| The Scamp | 1957-10-07 | Barbara Leigh |
| Two Living, One Dead | 1961-04-03 | Esther Kester |
| The Winds of Jarrah | 1983-06-01 | Mrs. Sullivan |
| Two Brothers Running | 1988-06-01 | Mrs. Widmore |
| See No Evil | 1971-09-02 | Betty Rexton |
| The Prince and the Pauper | 1962-04-18 | Mrs. Canty |
| Life In Emergency Ward 10 | 1959-04-01 | Sister Jane Fraser |
| The ‘Maggie’ | 1954-02-25 | Miss Peters |
| The Nun’s Story | 1959-06-18 | Sister Aurelie |
| Pretty Polly | 1967-10-19 | Mrs. Barlow |
| Mandy | 1952-07-29 | Miss Stockton |
| Georgy Girl | 1966-08-04 | Health Visitor |
| Evil Angels | 1988-11-03 | Avis Murchison |
| The Silken Affair | 1956-10-02 | Mrs. Tweakham |
| Turn the Key Softly | 1953-04-29 | Joan |
| The Return of the Soldier | 1983-01-06 | Brigadier’s Wife |
| The Errand | 1980-01-01 | Farmer’s Wife |
| Eureka Stockade | 1949-01-26 | Mrs. Bentley |
| The Feminine Touch | 1956-06-19 | The Suicide |
| Rikky and Pete | 1988-06-09 | Mrs. Menzies |
| Australia | 1989-09-13 | Doreen Swanson |
| Journey Into Darkness | 1968-01-01 | Mrs. Latham |
| Callan | 1967-07-08 | |
| The Adventures of Robin Hood | 1955-09-26 | Matilda |
| Journey to the Unknown | 1968-09-26 | |
| Stryker of the Yard | 1961-11-02 | |
| A Time Of Day | 1957-11-13 | |
| The Adventures of Robin Hood | 1955-09-26 | Duchess Constance |
| The Main Chance | 1969-06-18 | Chairman of Magistrates |
| The Flying Doctors | 1986-05-15 | Essie Harrington |
| A Town Like Alice | 1981-07-12 | Mrs. Frith |