Elsa Buchanan was an American actress who is best known for her roles in Mystery of Edwin Drood, Peter Ibbetson, and Here’s to Romance.
Personal and Family Life
Born on December 22, 1908, in London, England, Elsa Buchanan’s birth name was Elsie Winifred Buchanan Tinker. She got married to Noll Charlton in 1938, and they had one child together. Sadly, Noll passed away in 1966. Elsa was noteworthy for her distinctive blonde hair and was often called “the girl with the largest eyes and the smallest waist in Hollywood.”
Career
Elsa made her stage debut at the young age of three at the Palace Theater, where she performed for an audience that included Queen Mary. She was also the first Englishwoman to gain admission to the training school of the Academie Francaise. Throughout her career, she appeared in various films in the 1930s, becoming well-known for her on-screen presence.
Death and Legacy
Elsa Buchanan passed away on January 17, 2004, in Childswickham, Worcestershire, England. Before her death, she viewed the film Gosford Park, in which a character discussed casting for the film Charlie Chan in London, a role she had previously played. Her contributions to the film industry and her remarkable performances have left a lasting impression on classic cinema.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Little Lord Fauntleroy | 1936-03-06 | Susan |
| Charlie Chan in London | 1934-09-12 | Alice Rooney |
| The Little Minister | 1934-12-28 | Villager |
| Peter Ibbetson | 1935-11-07 | Madame Pasquier |
| Call It a Day | 1937-04-17 | Vera, the Maid (uncredited) |
| The Thirteenth Chair | 1937-05-07 | Grace Stanby |
| Ready, Willing and Able | 1937-03-06 | Maid at Party |
| Here’s to Romance | 1935-10-04 | Enid |
| Invisible Enemy | 1938-04-03 | Sophia |
| Lloyd’s of London | 1936-11-25 | Servant Girl |
| The Mystery of Edwin Drood | 1935-02-04 | Mrs. Tisher |