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Binnie Barnes was truly a remarkable actress, and Binnie Barnes had this unique ability to shine in both comedies and dramas with equal grace. Her career really took off during the 1930s and continued strong through the mid-1950s, making Binnie Barnes a familiar face in Hollywood’s golden era. While some might not immediately recognize her name today, younger audiences may remember Binnie Barnes for her charming role as Sister Celestine in the lighthearted classic The Trouble With Angels (1966). She reprised that beloved character in the 1968 sequel, Where Angels Go… Trouble Follows. Interestingly, the first film was directed by Ida Lupino—whose father, Stanley Lupino, actually worked alongside Binnie Barnes in several short films back in the late 1920s. It’s moments like these that remind us just how deeply woven Binnie Barnes was in the fabric of film history.
Binnie Barnes’s most acclaimed film remains Holiday (1938), which continues to receive high praise from audiences and critics alike. On the other hand, Up in Mabel’s Room (1944) is often regarded as the least favorably reviewed work in her filmography. While Binnie Barnes has appeared in a variety of roles throughout her career, these two films represent the extremes in terms of public reception. It’s interesting to note that, despite the differing opinions on these movies, Binnie Barnes’s contribution to cinema is still remembered and appreciated by many.
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