Katherine Moore

Katherine Moore appeared in only three films directed and produced by Spencer Williams - the pioneer Black filmmaker. Not much is known about her but she was a talent to say the least and anyone who sees her wants to know more. Katherine Moore appeared in independently produced black cast films or as they use to be called "race films." These films were quite popular in the black community. Her performance in these films was wonderful. Katherine proved to be a natural actress able to adapt to any role whether it be drama or comedy. She was an extremely talented woman and had she went to Hollywood, she could have really been a star. Her best role was in Juke Joint from 1947, about a wild child who always disobeys her mother, tries to run away to Chicago but the mother catches her and give her a spanking she never forgets - that is one of the most memorable scenes. Her natural comedic charm shines through, you won't stop laughing. But Hollywood or not, she was a fine actress, and she did get to show her talent on the screen.