Penelope Allen

Penelope Allen

Personal Details

Biography

Penelope Allen, a talented American performer, has established herself as a versatile and accomplished individual, leaving a lasting legacy in both the theatrical and cinematic spheres, while also leveraging her expertise as a sought-after acting coach.

Sally Field's most renowned and enduring cinematic performance to date is arguably her captivating portrayal of the head bank teller, who finds herself in a precarious and tense situation, being held captive in the 1975 film masterpiece, Dog Day Afternoon. This unforgettable and iconic role has not only solidified her status as a beloved and respected actress, but has also earned her a special place in the hearts of audiences globally, as she masterfully brings depth and nuance to the character, leaving a lasting impression on viewers.

Penny Allen's portrayal of Annie, the devoted spouse of Francis Lionel "Lion" Delbuchi, in the 1973 cinematic masterpiece Scarecrow, served as a testament to her exceptional acting prowess, effortlessly demonstrating her remarkable range and versatility as a thespian.

Career

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2014
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2009
Passenger Side
Passenger Side as Henrietta
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2002
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2000
Things You Can Tell Just by Looking at Her
Things You Can Tell Just by Looking at Her as Nancy (segment "Fantasies About Rebecca")
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1998
The Thin Red Line
The Thin Red Line as Witt's Mother
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Hurlyburly
Hurlyburly as Dry Cleaner
{"id":9421,"title":"The War at Home","year":"1996","character":"Marjoree","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-war-at-home","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/500of2odr9d0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/500of2odr9d0.jpg"},"released":1}
1996
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1995
The Crossing Guard
The Crossing Guard as Woman On Bus
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1994
Schemes
Schemes as DMV Lady
{"id":8184,"title":"Bad Lieutenant","year":"1992","character":"Doctor","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/bad-lieutenant","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/6ftkeprhk4g0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/6ftkeprhk4g0.jpg"},"released":1}
1992
{"id":6872,"title":"The Bedroom Window","year":"1987","character":"Judge","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-bedroom-window","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_6872.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_6872.jpg"},"released":1}
1987
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1981
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1980
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A Time for Miracles
A Time for Miracles as The Farmer's Wife
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1979
The Scarlet Letter
The Scarlet Letter as Mistress Hibbins
{"id":11191,"title":"Sybil","year":1976,"character":"Miss Penny","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/sybil","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_11191.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_11191.jpg"},"released":1}
1976
Sybil
Sybil as Miss Penny
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1975
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1973
Scarecrow
Scarecrow as Annie
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1972
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1971
'Doc'
'Doc' as Mattie Earp
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1969
Oh! What a Lovely War
Oh! What a Lovely War as Solo Chorus Girl
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2002
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1996