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Charles Laughton
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Actor Born: July 1, 1899 in Scarborough, England, UK Death: December 15, 1962 Biography:Tortured but brilliant British actor "Charles Laughton"'s unique performances made him a compelling performer both on stage and in film. After starting his career as an hotel manager, Laughton switched to acting. His performances in London's West End plays brought him early acclaim, which eventually led him to the Old Vic, Broadway and Hollywood. When he repeated his stage success in "The Private Life of Henry VIII" for "Alexander Korda" on film in 1933, he won a "Best Actor" Oscar. Known both for his fascination with the darker side of human behavior and for his comic touch, Laughton should be watched as a frightening Nero in "Sign of the Cross" (1932), the triumphant employee in "If I Had a Million" (1932), the evil doctor in "Island of Lost Souls" (1932), the incestuous father in "The Barretts of Wimpole Street" (1934), the irrepressible Ruggles in "Ruggles of Red Gap" (1935), the overbearing... Full Biography
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