3rd Mondays Talking Talkies with John Boschen: Jezebel (1938)

Greenfield Garden Cinema 361 Main St., Greenfield

Join movie historian John Boshen as we explore one of the great pre-code talkies of the 30's the romantic drama Jezebel featuring Bette Davis (All About Eve) in her breakout role across from a youthful and imposing Henry Fonda (12 Angry Men). In 2009 The Library of congress preserved the film in the National Film Registry. Nominated for 5 Academy awards it won for Best Actress Bette Davis and Best Supporting Actress Fay Bainter (State Fair). In 1850s Louisiana, Julie Marsden, a spoiled Southern belle who risks losing her suitor with her impetuous behavior. Engaged to successful banker Preston Dillard, Julie pushes him away with her arrogant and contrary ways, leading to a scandalous scene at a major social event and his subsequent departure. When Preston eventually returns and Julie attempts to win him back, she discovers that it may be too late. CAST: Bette Davis, Henry Fonda, George Brent, Margaret Lindsay, Donald Crisp, Fay Bainter DIRECTOR: William Wyler RUN TIME: 103 min

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