A splendid melodrama with a powerhouse central role, Mildred Pierce is a film noir soap to end all film noir soaps.
Abandoned by a philandering husband, left to raise their two daughters, Mildred (Joan Crawford – Possessed, Sudden Fear) turns the tables and becomes a successful restaurant owner. But, as the film begins, Mildred is being questioned about the murder of her new husband, the suave Monte Beragon (Zachary Scott – The Southerner, Flamingo Road). A spoilt daughter (Ann Blyth – The Student Print, Kismet), unscrupulous business partners and that murder all add to a compelling narrative directed by Michael Curtiz (Casablanca, Captain Blood).
Nominated for 6 Oscars in 1946 including best film, supporting actress x2 (Eve Arden, Ann Blyth) and screenplay, won 1 for best actress.
Rating: 70%
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