← Back to explore

Martita Hunt

Acting

Born January 30, 1900 · Buenos Aires, Argentina

Died June 13, 1969

Also known as Martita Edith Hunt

Biography

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Martita Edith Hunt (30 January 1900 – 13 June 1969) was an Argentine-born British theatre and film actress. She had a dominant stage presence and played a wide range of powerful characters. She is best remembered for her performance as Miss Havisham in David Lean's Great Expectations.

Awards & recognition

  • Tony AwardBest Actress in a Play · 1949
  • Donaldson Awards

Filmography22 titles