Diane Salinger
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as Penguin's Mother Batman Returns Diane Louise Salinger (born January 25, 1951) is an American actress and voice actress known for her distinctive character roles across film, television, and stage. She gained recognition for her role as Apollonia in the television series "Carnivàle" (2003–2005) and appeared in notable films such as "Pee-wee's Big Adventure," "Batman Returns," and "Ghost World". With a career marked by versatility, Salinger has performed in popular TV shows including "Curb Your Enthusiasm," "ER," "Star Trek: Deep Space Nine," and "Law & Order". Beyond acting, she is a dedicated teacher and director who founded an acting workshop for at-risk youth and has directed theatrical pieces for high-profile audiences.
Filmography
Batman Returns
as Penguin's Mother
Ghost World
as Psychiatrist
Pee-wee's Big Adventure
as Simone
The Scarlet Letter
as Margaret Bellingham
Bird
as Baroness Nica
Alice
as Carol
Rest Stop
as The Mother
Pee-wee's Big Holiday
as Penny King
The Butcher's Wife
as Trendoid
Terri
as Mrs. Vick
The Morning After
as Isabel Harding
Rest Stop: Don't Look Back
as The Mother
Creature
as Melanie Bryce
All Hallow's Eve
as Delayna Hallow
Love's Long Journey
as Barbara Taylorson
20 Years After
as Margaret
Dark House
as Ms. Janet Darrode
Freedom
as Fanny
The Telling
as Alina
Slay Belles
as Cherry