17) Maria Falconetti in The Passion of Joan of Arc (1928)

Maria Falconetti is one of the most famous and emotionally destroying actresses in the history of film, as in the role of the young martyr Joan of Arc, she masterfully portrays the study of agony when facing trial and imminent execution. Her facial close-ups express a lot without saying anything—fear, strength, and sorrow—on her part. The silent suffering of injustice and martyrdom in her performance is heart-wrenching, and she stands out as an excellent actress whose acting skills were truly brought to life by such a powerful presentation of human endurance and sacrifice.
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Edited by Sugnik Mondal