Ann Gillis

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Characters played by Ann Gillis

Poole's Mother — 2001: A Space Odyssey (1968)

Family member of Dr. Frank Poole, appears in quiet domestic scenes.

Adolescent Faline — Bambi (1942)

A maturing doe navigating teenage social dynamics in the forest.

Nancy Grey — Edison, the Man (1940)

Minor character with limited screen time.

Helen Dowell (as Anne Gillis) — Gay Blades (1946)

Helen is Frankie Dowell's wife and hosts a party at her home with Frankie. The gathering is where Andy Buell and Nancy Davis discuss the possibility of Andy trying out for J.M. Snively's film. Her role in the available plot is limited to hosting the occasion that brings the central characters together.

Winnie Mae — Off to the Races (1937)

Uncle George's daughter, accompanies him to the county fair.

Nora O'Leary — The Time of Their Lives (1946)

Nora O'Leary is Thomas Danbury's housemaid and Horatio's beloved. Horatio cannot raise enough money to free her from indentured servitude, so he brings a commendation letter to support their marriage. After being seized by Thomas, she remains connected to Horatio's fate and welcomes him at heaven's gate.

Nan — Little Men (1940)

Jo's tomboy niece and one of the girls taught at Plumfield. She takes an interest in Dan even though the other students treat him as a troublemaker.

Gloria Winthrop — In Society (1944)

Gloria Winthrop is associated with the Briarwood unveiling of the valuable painting The Plunger. When the painting is discovered missing, she accuses Elsie Hammerdingle, Eddie Harrington, and Albert Mansfield of the theft, making her accusation an obstacle that they must overcome by capturing the real thieves.

Brenda Lee — Glamour Boy (1941)

An actress whose intended part is given to aspiring actress Joan Winslow, while Tiny Barlow takes credit for securing Joan the role. The synopsis presents Brenda as the bigger star for whom the part was originally meant, placing her in contrast with Joan and tying her to Tiny's scheme, though it gives no further details about her actions.

Angela Pidgeon — The Cheaters (1945)

Angela is James Pidgeon's younger daughter. She catches Anthony walking without his customary limp after he has pretended to make an honorable appeal, and lets him know she sees through the act; he then resumes the limp. Unlike the rest of the family at first, she does not help with the household work, though she eventually joins in.

Lou Ann Stevens — The Singing Cowboy (1936)

The paralyzed daughter of murdered ranch owner Steve Stevens. She requires $10,000 for spinal surgery, becomes the target of Martin's affection for his mine scheme, and recovers by the film's conclusion.

Career Overview

Ann Gillis has 38 screen credits in a career dating back to 1936. Their work spans 7 cinematic universes — most prominently 2001 Space Odyssey Series with 1 titles. Signature works include Bambi, Little Orphan Annie, A Wave, a WAC and a Marine. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.

Personal Facts

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Acting
Gender
female
Known Credits
38
Birth Date
1927-02-12
Birth Place
Little Rock, Arkansas, USA

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Universe traveler — spans 7 universes

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Related entry on Wikidata (Q2850388), public domain (CC0).