An egotistical producer, Jonathan Shields (Douglas), determined to prove himself the finest filmmaker of all, gladly steps all over those who helped him when he was starting out. Told from the perspective of three victims -- an actress (Turner), a writer (Powell), and a director (Sullivan) -- this picture captured five Oscars .. Read more
| Starring | Lana Turner, Kirk Douglas |
|---|---|
| Director | Vincente Minnelli |
| Genres | Drama |
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An egotistical producer, Jonathan Shields (Douglas), determined to prove himself the finest filmmaker of all, gladly steps all over those who helped him when he was starting out. Told from the perspective of three victims -- an actress (Turner), a writer (Powell), and a director (Sullivan) -- this picture captured five Oscars and also includes what many believe is Turner's finest performance ever.
| Starring | Lana Turner, Kirk Douglas |
|---|---|
| Director | Vincente Minnelli |
| Run time | DVD: 1 hr 58 mins |
| Certificate | |
| Genres | Drama |
| Released | DVD: not available Production year: 1952 |
| Format | DVD |
Very much a Hollywood 'in' picture, this rather obvious flashback melodrama offers good acting chances and a couple of intriguing situations; never quite finding the style it seeks, it offers good bitchy entertainment along the way, and there are referenc
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