**Celia Johnson** (1908-1982) was a British actress, renowned for her film career, particularly in the post-war period. Her most iconic role was that of Laura Jesson in David Lean's romantic drama *Brief Encounter* (1945), for which she received an Academy Award nomination.

Johnson excelled at embodying refined, composed, and dignified British women, often grappling with deep but hidden inner conflicts. Her style was characterized by measured and subtle acting, capable of expressing intense emotions with minimal glances or gestures, conveying a sense of vulnerability and inner strength. Among her other significant films was *In Which We Serve* (1942). She represented the elegance and emotional depth typical of British cinema of her time.