Alla nazimova

Women Film Pioneers Project is a scholarly resource exploring women’s global involvement at all levels of film production during the silent film era.

Alla Nazimova

In the early 20th century, one of the brightest lights on America’s theatrical stage and on its cinematic screen was actor, director, writer and producer Alla Nazimova. Few women shined as brightly but now she languishes largely forgotten and neglected. We are an organization which seeks to rectify that, and are dedicated to the preservation and promotion of the artistry of the extraordinary Alla Nazimova.

Today, we're taking note of a dozen film actresses (most of who could probably be considered divas, others perhaps not!) who once reigned supreme on the big screen, but then took an extended hike from the movies, whether they liked it or not, only to come back again years later (sometimes - but not always - with dire results.) We don't care whether the movies were any good or not, though. We just love to see the old mares back in action again! More on our cover girl shown on the left in a…

Alla Nazimova

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In the 1920s, Alla Nazimova was a household name in America and one of Hollywood's highest paid actresses.

Alla Nazimova