Isla Bevan was a British actress best known for her roles in The Sign of Four: Sherlock Holmes’ Greatest Case, The Face at the Window, and The World, the Flesh, and the Devil. She was born on October 26, 1908, in Peckham, London, England, and passed away on July 19, 1976, in Saint Julian’s, Malta.
Personal and Family Life
Isla Bevan was born as Isla Mary Foster and grew up in a creative family. Her brother was Anthony Buckley, a well-known portrait artist and royal photographer. Before her acting career, she performed in revues produced by C.B. Cochran, showcasing her talents on stage.
Death and Legacy
Isla Bevan died on July 19, 1976, in Malta. While her film career was brief, her work in early 1930s cinema remains significant. Her contributions to both stage and film have left a lasting impression on British entertainment.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| The Sign of Four: Sherlock Holmes’ Greatest Case | 1932-05-12 | Mary Morstan |
| The Face at the Window | 1932-10-18 | Marie de Brisson |
| Nine Till Six | 1932-03-14 | Ailene Pennarth |
| The Star Reporter | 1931-12-10 | Lady Susan Loman |
| The World, the Flesh and the Devil | 1932-11-01 | Beatrice Elton |
| Puppets of Fate | 1933-01-10 | Joan |