Helen Morse is a British-born Australian actress, born in 1947, known for her versatile career spanning film, television, and theatre. She achieved international fame in the 1970s, a golden age for Australian cinema, playing memorable roles such as Mademoiselle de Poitiers in Peter Weir's acclaimed film *Picnic at Hanging Rock* (1975). Her leading performance in the film *Caddie* (1976), which tells the story of a woman struggling to raise her children during the Great Depression, earned her the AACTA Award (then the AFI Award) for Best Actress, solidifying her status. Her filmography also includes appearances in international productions such as *Agatha* (1979). Alongside her film success, she has maintained a prolific and acclaimed stage career in Australia, receiving critical acclaim for her performances in major plays and musicals, including *Sweeney Todd*.