Richard Bennett

The very vocal Bennett only made a handful of silent films, including a reprise of his stage success in "Damaged Goods" (1914), "The Valley of Decision" (1916), opposite his then-wife Adrienne Morrison and their three daughters, and "The Hometowners" (1928). With the advent of sound, the aging actor, who was facing financial setbacks, concentrated less on stage work and more on character roles in films. An effective, subtler performer he had featured roles in "Five and Ten" and "Arrowsmith" (both 1931), "If I Had a Million" (1932), "Nana" (1934) and "The Magnificent Ambersons" (1942).