Marcelle Hainia was an American actress, born on November 13, 1896, in Paris, France. She is best known for her roles in Rififi (1955), Boudu Saved from Drowning (1932), and It Happened at the Inn (1943). She passed away on August 9, 1968, in Paris, France.
Personal and Family Life
Marcelle Hainia, originally named Marcelle Pontagnier, spent her early life in Paris. Little is known about her family and personal life, but she was dedicated to her acting career throughout her life.
Career
Marcelle had a successful acting career, featuring in numerous films from the early 1930s to the late 1960s. Her performances gained her recognition, particularly in French cinema, where she often played significant supporting roles.
Death and Legacy
Marcelle Hainia died on August 9, 1968, leaving behind a legacy as a prominent figure in French film. Her contributions to cinema are remembered through her celebrated performances in various classic films.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Boudu sauvé des eaux | 1932-11-11 | Emma Lestingois |
| Goupi mains rouges | 1943-04-14 | Goupi-Cancan |
| L’Amour, Madame | 1952-01-23 | Mme. Broussard |
| Du rififi chez les hommes | 1955-04-13 | Fredo’s Wife |
| Lagardère | 1968-04-04 | Dame Marthe |
| Service de nuit | 1944-04-19 | Madame Sandoz |
| Antoine et Antoinette | 1947-09-27 | Une invitée au mariage |
| Un mois à la campagne | 1966-06-21 | Anna Semenovna |
| Le Petit Chose | 1938-05-31 | Madame Fougeroux |
| Falbalas | 1945-06-20 | (uncredited) |
| Le Père Serge | 1945-09-04 | |
| Gringalet | 1946-11-20 | |
| Martin Roumagnac | 1946-12-18 | Madame Percheron |
| Torrents | 1947-12-10 | Aunt Coralie |
| Justice est faite | 1950-09-20 | Angèle Popélier – l’autre l’hôtelière |
| Mademoiselle Josette, ma femme | 1950-09-20 | Madame Dutilleul |
| La demoiselle et son revenant | 1952-09-03 | |
| Les Révoltés de Lomanach | 1954-04-06 | Une dounairière |
| Le Salaire du Péché | 1956-07-10 |