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Claude Rains's cultured voice and sophisticated screen presence made him one of cinema's most memorable character actors, from the title role in 'The Invisible Man' to the corrupt police captain in 'Casablanca' where his ability to suggest both charm and menace created complex villains. His theatrical background and precise diction brought intelligence to every role while his relatively small stature was overcome by sheer force of personality. The actor's influence on character work demonstrated how voice and bearing could be more important than physical appearance in creating lasting screen impressions.
