Annalise Basso
American actress in 'Oculus'
Born
December 2nd, 1998
26 years ago
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United States
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An American actress began acting at a young age, first appearing in commercials and short films. Acclaimed for a leading role in the horror film 'Oculus', starred in the teen drama series 'The Red Road' and has performed in 'Captain Fantastic'. The career includes appearances in various television series and feature films, showcasing a range of acting skills.
Starred in 'Oculus'
Appeared in 'The Red Road'
Featured in 'Captain Fantastic'
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