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Release Date:
20 October 1945 (USA)
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Tagline:
In her heart of hearts she knew it would happen this way ! more
Plot:
After her cheating husband leaves her, Mildred Pierce proves she can become independent and successful, but can't win the approval of her spoiled daughter. full summary | add synopsis
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Restaurant
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Divorce
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Family Betrayal
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Police
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Housewife
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Awards:
Won Oscar.
Another 2 wins
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5 nominations
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NewsDesk:
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Top 100 Most Anticipated Films of 2010: Todd Haynes' Mildred Pierce
(From ioncinema. 2 February 2010, 9:18 PM, PST)
Biggest Oscar Snubs #9: Non-Nominated Directors
(From Alt Film Guide. 10 January 2010, 12:39 AM, PST)
(From ioncinema. 2 February 2010, 9:18 PM, PST)
Biggest Oscar Snubs #9: Non-Nominated Directors
(From Alt Film Guide. 10 January 2010, 12:39 AM, PST)
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Cast
(Complete credited cast)| Joan Crawford | ... | Mildred Pierce Beragon | |
| Jack Carson | ... | Wally Fay | |
| Zachary Scott | ... | Monte Beragon | |
| Eve Arden | ... | Ida Corwin | |
| Ann Blyth | ... | Veda Pierce Forrester | |
| Bruce Bennett | ... | Albert ('Bert') Pierce | |
| Lee Patrick | ... | Mrs. Maggie Biederhof | |
| Moroni Olsen | ... | Inspector Peterson | |
| Veda Ann Borg | ... | Miriam Ellis | |
| Jo Ann Marlowe | ... | Kay Pierce |
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111 min
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1.37 : 1 more
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Mono (RCA Sound System)
Certification:
Spain:13 |
Sweden:15 |
UK:A (original rating) |
USA:Approved (PCA #10660) |
Canada:PG (video rating) |
West Germany:16 |
Argentina:16 |
Australia:PG |
Chile:18 |
Finland:K-16 |
UK:PG
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Jack L. Warner originally wanted Vincent Sherman to direct the film but Jerry Wald held out for Michael Curtiz.
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Audio/visual unsynchronized: Just before Veda is taken into custody, she tells Mildred: "I'll get by," but her lips don't move.
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Quotes:
Veda:
It's the dress. It's awfully cheap material. I can tell by the smell.
Kay Pierce: What did you expect? Want it inlaid with gold?
Veda: Well, it seems to me, if you're buying anything, it should be the best. This is definitely not the best.
Kay Pierce: Oh, quit. You're breakin' my heart.
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Kay Pierce: What did you expect? Want it inlaid with gold?
Veda: Well, it seems to me, if you're buying anything, it should be the best. This is definitely not the best.
Kay Pierce: Oh, quit. You're breakin' my heart.
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References Now, Voyager (1942)
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Soundtrack:
You Must Have Been a Beautiful Baby
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I love this movie. Joan Crawford gives a stunning performance as Mildred, and I have never seen anyone with those eyes! I saw this with my mum on video when I was young, and I thought Joan was the most beautiful woman in the world! Color film could never give her such transcendent perfection. Butterfly McQueen, the maid Lottie, stole my heart as well; her sweet yet practical manner makes her an unforgettable asset to this film. You can't help but love her. Veda is a perfect nasty, her frozen beauty matching her frozen heart. I always thought that the penniless playboy looked like one of Tex Avery's Wolves! Watch "Red Hot Riding Hood" to see what I mean! It's a crying shame this movie only got one measly award. Even if you don't like Noir or older films, this one you can make an exception for. The sight of Joan in that incredible fur hat with THOSE EYES makes this more than just another movie.