Lillian Gish
Breakthrough Years
Made her acting debut with D.W. Griffith at Biograph, appearing in films like An Unseen Enemy.
1913 was her prolific year at Biograph, establishing her as a key dramatic actress for Griffith.
Her prominent roles in Griffith features like The Battle of the Sexes brought widespread recognition.
Her poignant performance in The Birth of a Nation elevated her to widespread stardom and critical acclaim.