Alphonse Martell, a renowned thespian, entered this world on the twenty-seventh day of March, eighteen hundred and ninety, in the charming city of Straßburg, situated in the picturesque region of Alsace, which was then a part of Germany, but is now proudly a part of the French department of Bas-Rhin.
Throughout his illustrious career, Martell showcased his impressive range as both an actor and director, leaving an indelible mark on the world of cinema. Some of his most notable works include the captivating "Gigolettes of Paris", released in 1933, the thrilling "Strings of Steel" from 1926, and the swashbuckling adventure "The Buccaneer", which premiered in 1938.
Alphonse Martell's remarkable journey on this earth came to a close on the eighteenth day of March, nineteen hundred and seventy-six, in the beautiful city of San Diego, nestled in the state of California, United States of America.