Mady Berry was a French actress known for her roles in theater and film. She is best recognized for her performances in ‘Don Quichotte’, ‘Le jour se lève’, and ‘Le Puritain’.
Personal and Family Life
Mady Berry was born as Madeleine Van Blitz on October 4, 1887, in Berck, Pas-de-Calais, France. She began her career on stage in Marseille after training at the Nice Conservatoire. For over ten years, she focused primarily on theater before transitioning to films in 1930.
Career Highlights
Throughout her acting career, Mady Berry appeared in numerous films, often portraying long-suffering mother roles. One of her most memorable performances was as Sancho Panza’s wife in the 1933 film ‘Don Quichotte’, directed by Georg Wilhelm Pabst. She continued to act in films into the late 1950s, leaving a significant mark on French cinema.
Death and Legacy
Mady Berry passed away on January 18, 1965, in Paris, France. While she may not be as widely known today, her contributions to theater and film remain appreciated by those who study the history of French cinema.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Le jour se lève | 1939-06-09 | La concierge |
| Le Puritain | 1938-01-13 | Madame Kelly |
| Rigolboche | 1936-10-07 | Mme Corbin |
| Le Rosier de madame Husson | 1932-02-15 | Virginie |
| Les Cinq Sous de Lavarède | 1939-03-07 | Mme Benoît |
| Gloria | 1931-10-30 | Thérèse |
| Tout ça ne vaut pas l’amour | 1931-10-15 | Mme. Cordier |
| La maternelle | 1933-09-15 | Mme. Paulin |
| Don Quichotte | 1933-03-25 | Sancho Panza’s Wife |
| Le roi des resquilleurs | 1930-11-14 | Madame Francis |