Eva Moore was an English actress who is best known for her roles in The Old Dark House, A Cup of Kindness, and Blind Justice. She was born on February 9, 1868, in Brighton, East Sussex, England, and passed away on April 27, 1955, in Maidenhead, Berkshire, England.
Personal and Family Life
Eva was married to H.V. Esmond from 1891 until his death in 1922, and they had two children together. She was the mother of actress Jill Esmond and race car driver Jack Esmond. Additionally, Eva was closely connected to the Olivier family, being the mother-in-law of Laurence Olivier and the grandmother of producer Tarquin Olivier. At one point, she even taught dancing to a young Winston Churchill.
Death and Legacy
Eva Moore passed away on April 27, 1955, in Maidenhead due to myocardial degeneration. Her contributions to the film industry and her memorable performances have left a lasting legacy. Moore’s work continues to be recognized in classic cinema, showcasing her talent and dedication as an actress.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| The Old Dark House | 1932-10-20 | Rebecca Femm |
| Of Human Bondage | 1946-07-05 | Mrs. Gray |
| But the Flesh Is Weak | 1932-04-09 | Lady Florence Ridgway |
| I Was A Spy | 1933-09-04 | Canteen Ma |
| The Song You Gave Me | 1933-01-01 | Grandmother |
| Vintage Wine | 1935-06-19 | Josephine Popinot |
| Just Smith | 1933-09-13 | Lady Trench |
| The Divorce of Lady X | 1938-01-15 | Lady |
| Almost a Divorce | 1931-08-21 | Aunt Isobel |
| A Cup of Kindness | 1934-05-07 | Mrs. Phyllis Tutt |
| Scotland Yard Investigator | 1945-09-30 | Mary Collison |
| Annie, Leave the Room! | 1935-02-01 | Mrs. Morley |
| The Great Well | 1924-03-01 | Mrs. Starling |
| The Crimson Circle | 1922-09-01 | Aunt Prudence |
| Brown Sugar | 1931-04-21 | Mrs. Cunningham |
| The Law Divine | 1920-11-01 | Edie le Bas |
| Blind Justice | 1935-03-04 | Fluffy |
| The Bandit of Sherwood Forest | 1946-02-21 | Mother Meg |
| Flames of Passion | 1922-11-01 | Aunt |
| Motherland | 1927-10-01 | Mrs Edwards |
| Chu-Chin-Chow | 1924-05-15 | Alcolma |
| The Circle | 1939-09-04 | Lady Catherine |
| Happy Family | 1939-01-01 | Gran |