Mattie Edwards

Mattie Edwards

1866-06-02
78 (1944-06-25)
New York, U.S.A.

African American actress who appeared in vaudeville theatre shows and early silent film productions.

New York, U.S.A.

African American actress who appeared in vaudeville theatre shows and early silent film productions.

Mattie Edwards photo
Mattie Edwards photo

Most Known for...

Movie Picture

Within Our Gates 1920 (5.9)

Abandoned by her fiancé, an educated black woman with a traumatizing past dedicates herself to helping a near bankrupt school for impoverished black children.
Movie Picture

Give Us This Night 1936 (7)

After being introduced to the world of opera, a fisherman (Jan Kiepura) falls for a woman (Swarthout) whose guardian is a noted composer (Philip Merivale). They met when the fisherman evaded the police by seeking refuge in the village church. While there, they are each captivated by hearing the other singing Mass. The beautiful woman falls in love with the fisherman with the wonderful voice.
Movie Picture

Champagne Waltz 1937

In Vienna, a new jazz club featuring American trumpeter Buzzy Bellew threatens the existence of its neighbor, the Waltz Palace, run by Franz Strauss and featuring his granddaughter, singer Elsa. Smitten by Elsa, Buzzy hides his identity and association with the club -- whose owner intends to buy out the Palace property. When Elsa accidentally learns who Buzzy really is, it appears he may have to return to America alone.