A. W. Baskcomb (1879 – 1939) was a British

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known for his comedy roles. He also appeared in several films. On stage he originated the role of Slightly in J.M. Barrie's 1904 play ''

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'', continuing to play it for the next seven years. Other appearances included the Edwardian musical '' The Gay Gordons'' and

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's ''

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''. His daughter was the actress

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. Three photographic portraits of Baskcomb are in the collection of the

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Filmography

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A Safe Proposition ''A Safe Proposition'' is a 1932 British comedy film directed by Leslie S. Hiscott and starring A. W. Baskcomb, Barbara Gott, Harold French and Austin Trevor. It was made at Twickenham Studios as a quota quickie for release by Fox Film.Wood p. ...

'' (1932) * '' The Lodger'' (1932) * ''

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'' (1932) * ''

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'' (1933)

References

Bibliography

* Bruce K. Hanson. ''Peter Pan on Stage and Screen, 1904-2010''. McFarland, 2011.

External links

* 1879 births 1939 deaths British male film actors British male stage actors People from Pimlico {{England-actor-stub