Her breakthrough role came with René Clair's musical comedy Le Million. This critically acclaimed and commercially successful film established her as a major new talent in French cinema.
Annabella made a significant leap in her career by starring in the British Technicolor film Wings of the Morning. This marked her first English-speaking role and expanded her international appeal considerably.
Annabella achieved further success in Hollywood with her role in the drama The Citadel. This film was a major box office hit and gave her prominent exposure to American audiences, solidifying her status as an international actress.