Jim Blackwell was an American actor who is best known for Love’s Wilderness, Desperate Youth, and The Only Son.
Personal and Family Life
Jim Blackwell was born on June 6, 1876, in Richmond, Missouri. Details about his family and early life are not widely known. However, he pursued a career in acting that led to his prominence in the early 20th century film industry.
Career
Blackwell appeared in a number of films from the 1910s to the 1920s. He is particularly noted for his roles in Love’s Wilderness and Desperate Youth. His work as an actor contributed to the development of American cinema during its formative years.
Death and Legacy
Jim Blackwell passed away on September 27, 1932. His legacy lives on through his films, which are still appreciated by classic movie enthusiasts. Although not as widely recognized today, his contributions to early cinema remain significant.
Filmography
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 1926 | Hands Up! | Servant who knows Jack (uncredited) |
| 1924 | Love’s Wilderness | Jubilo |
| 1924 | Barbara Frietchie | Rufus |
| 1924 | The Dancing Cheat | Mose |
| 1924 | The Dramatic Life of Abraham Lincoln | Tom |
| 1923 | Our Hospitality | Canfield’s servant (uncredited) |
| 1921 | Traveling Salesman | Julius |
| 1921 | Desperate Youth | Sam |
| 1921 | The Witching Hour | Harvey |
| 1920 | Full o’ Spirits (Short) | Role not specified |
| 1920 | The Misfit Wife | The Porter |
| 1919 | The Thunderbolt | The Butler |
| 1919 | Over the Garden Wall | Julius Caesar Jackson (as James Blackwell) |
| 1918 | The Man Who Woke Up | On Hand (as J. Blackwell) |
| 1914 | The Only Son | Thomas Brainerd, Sr. (as James Blackwell) |