Elsie Jane Wilson was an Australian actress and director who is best known for her roles in Oliver Twist (1916), Bound on the Wheel (1915), and Beauty in Chains (1918).
Personal and Family Life
Born on November 7, 1885, in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia, Elsie Jane Wilson had a significant career in early cinema. She was married to Rupert Julian from September 24, 1906, until his passing on December 27, 1943. The couple shared a life intertwined with the film industry, which influenced her work as both an actress and director.
Death and Legacy
Elsie Jane Wilson passed away on January 16, 1965, in Los Angeles, California, USA. Her contributions to early film have left a lasting impression on the industry, and her performances are still remembered today.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Oliver Twist | 1916-12-10 | Nancy |
| Bettina Loved a Soldier | 1916-08-14 | Pauline |
| The Evil Women Do | 1916-09-25 | |
| The Circus of Life | 1917-06-04 | Mamie |
| Mother o’ Mine | 1917-09-02 | Christine |
| A Kentucky Cinderella | 1917-06-25 | Henry’s Wife |
| Temptation | 1915-12-15 | Elsie Jane Wilson |
| Perils of the Secret Service | 1917-03-09 | (Episode #3) |