Ann Todd (1909–1993) was a distinguished English actress and producer who rose to international stardom during the golden age of British film.
Often referred to by the press as the “Pocket Venus” due to her petite stature and ethereal blonde beauty, Todd was far more than just a screen siren, she was a performer of immense psychological depth. She became a household name following her captivating performance in the 1945 psychological thriller The Seventh Veil, where she played a traumatized concert pianist. This role not only made her the highest-paid female star in Britain at the time but also caught the attention of Hollywood.
Throughout her career, Todd collaborated with legendary directors like Alfred Hitchcock in The Paradine Case and David Lean (to whom she was briefly married) in films such as The Passionate Friends. Her legacy is defined by her ability to portray complex, often troubled women with a sophisticated blend of icy reserve and intense emotional vulnerability.
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