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Audiences rate it 25 points higher than critics do.
Synopsis
The legendary actress Sarah Bernhardt's unconventional life and career are examined in this biopic. At an audition in 1860, the teenage Bernhardt proclaims herself the greatest actress of her time. Her career blossoms, as does her private life. But art and life don't stay balanced, much to the frustration of her lovers. The eccentric Bernhardt eventually does marry another actor, but it's her life on stage that ultimately gives her the most satisfaction.
Ratings
IMDb5.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes30%
Audiences rate it 25 points higher than critics do.
7 audience votes
Key crew
- Ruth WolffScreenplay
- Richard FleischerDirector
- Elmer BernsteinOriginal Music Composer
Cast
- Glenda JacksonSarah Bernhardt
- Daniel MasseyVictorien Sardou
- Yvonne MitchellMam'selle
- Douglas WilmerMontigny
- David LangtonDuc De Morny
- Simon WilliamsHenri de Ligne
- John CastleDamala
- Edward JuddJarrett
- Rosemarie DunhamMrs. Bernhardt
- Peter SallisThierry
- Bridget ArmstrongMarie
- Margaret CourtenayMadame Nathalie