Peter Lorre

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Definition
  1. Proper noun:
    • A stage name: Refers to László Löwenstein, a Hungarian-born American actor.
    • A notable performer: Specifically denotes an actor famous for portraying villainous or ominous characters in films.
Usage
  • Proper noun:
    • Peter Lorre's performance in "M" is considered a masterpiece of early sound cinema.
    • The film noir featured the distinctive, eerie voice of Peter Lorre.
Advanced Usage
  • As a cultural reference: The name "Peter Lorre" is sometimes used to evoke a specific type of menacing or psychologically complex villainy from classic Hollywood cinema.
    • The director wanted a Peter Lorre-esque quality for the antagonist.
Variants and Related Words
  • Lorre, Peter: The conventional formatting of the name.
  • László Löwenstein: The actor's birth name.
Synonyms
  • Character actor: An actor specialized in playing distinctive, often unusual or villainous, supporting roles.
  • Heavy: (Slang, dated) A villain or antagonist in a film or play.
Related Phrases
  • A Peter Lorre role: A phrase describing a part that requires a sinister, unsettling, or psychologically troubled portrayal.
    • The actor was perfectly cast in the Peter Lorre role.
Noun
  1. United States actor (born in Hungary) noted for playing sinister roles (1904-1964)

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