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Camille
1936 109 min United States of America 12+
★8.0
Drama, Romance, History
Director: George Cukor
🎭 Based on
«The Lady of the Camellias»
byAlexandre Dumas fils
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Description
Life in 1847 Paris is as spirited as champagne and as unforgiving as the gray morning after. In gambling dens and lavish soirees, men of means exert their wills and women turned courtesans exult in pleasure. One such woman is Marguerite Gautier, who begins a sumptuous romance with Armand Duval.
Starring
Greta Garbo
Actor
Robert Taylor
Actor
Lionel Barrymore
Actor
Awards
Nominated for 1 Oscar. 6 wins & 1 nomination total
Key opinion
Greta Garbo's definitive performance elevates this classic adaptation of the tragic romance, solidifying it as a must-see for fans of Golden Age cinema. George Cukor’s delicate direction and the film's meticulous production design create a compelling, emotionally resonant experience.
| Acting | Greta Garbo delivers an astonishing and career-defining performance as the tragic courtesan. | |
| Production | The meticulous production design enhances the film's atmosphere and period authenticity. | |
| Direction | George Cukor’s delicate and deliberate direction successfully elevates the material above previous silent-era iterations. | |
| Acting | Basil Rathbone and Henry Daniell provide standout, villainous support that anchors the dramatic conflict. | |
| Acting | While Robert Taylor shares strong chemistry with Garbo, some viewers find his portrayal of the naive suitor less iconic than other historical interpretations of the character. |