Description:Norma Besant, daughter of a Southern doctor, is an incorrigible flirt and has many boys on her string. She begins to favor Michael Jeffrey, who, shiftless and hot-tempered but fundamentally honorable, is warned off by her father. When Michael returns after a long absence, the pair are innocently compromised, and Dr. Besant's old-SouthNorma Besant, daughter of a Southern doctor, is an incorrigible flirt and has many boys on her string. She begins to favor Michael Jeffrey, who, shiftless and hot-tempered but fundamentally honorable, is warned off by her father. When Michael returns after a long absence, the pair are innocently compromised, and Dr. Besant's old-South paternal rage brings tragedy... Written by Rod Crawford... (more)(less)
"1928/1929 ~ Mary Pickford as Norma Besant
Nominees:
Ruth Chatterton - Madame X as Jacqueline Floriot
Betty Compson - The Barker as Carrie
Jeanne Eagels - The Letter as Leslie Crosbie (posthumous nomination)
Bessie Love - The Broadway Melody as Hank Mahoney "
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"Mary Pickford (Won Oscar. Another 2 wins)
Most Noteworthy Accomplishments:
1976 ~ Honorary Award in recognition of her unique contributions to the film industry and the development of film as an artistic medium.
Mary Pickford was not present at the awards ceremony. The presentation was made at her Pickfair estate and taped for inclusion in the broadcast.
1930 ~ Won Oscar Best Actress in a Leading Role
for: Coquette (1929)
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