Renée Falconetti
Renée Falconetti was a French actress best known for her role in the silent film The Passion of Joan of Arc (1928). Born on July 21, 1892, in Pau, France, she gained acclaim for her powerful performance as Joan of Arc, which showcased her emotional depth and expressive face. Despite her limited film career, Falconetti's portrayal remains iconic in cinema history.
After her breakthrough role, Falconetti appeared in only a few more films before retiring from acting in the early 1930s. She later moved to South America and lived a quiet life away from the spotlight. Renée Falconetti passed away on December 12, 1946, in Paris, France.