The Great Man's Lady (1942)
Directed by William A. Wellman
Genres - Drama |
Sub-Genres - Melodrama, Period Film |
Release Date - Apr 29, 1942 (USA - Unknown), Apr 29, 1942 (USA) |
Run Time - 90 min. |
Countries - United States |
MPAA Rating - NR
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Synopsis by Hal Erickson
This rambling historical drama covers 109 years in the life of one woman. Encased in convincing old-age makeup, Barbara Stanwyck reminisces on her experiences in the American West. As a young woman, she is squired by gambler Brian Donlevy, but her heart belongs to dreamer Joel McCrea. She chooses McCrea, and the first years of their marriage are poor but happy. Then McCrea strikes oil, becoming one of his state's richest men. With Stanwyck at his side, McCrea climbs up the ladder of success all the way to the political arena--while Donlevy lurks in the background in hopes of reclaiming his girl. The Great Man's Lady is a surprisingly sedate vehicle for both Stanwyck and action director William A. Wellman.
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gambling, love-triangle, oil, politics, Senator