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Uncouth, loud-mouth junkyard tycoon Harry Brock descends upon Washington D.C. to buy himself a congressman or two, bringing with him his mistress, ex-showgirl Billie Dawn.
A rough-edged, newly wealthy scrap dealer brings his uncultured showgirl girlfriend to Washington D.C. to teach her etiquette and current events. He hires a journalist to tutor her, but the plan backfires when she begins to fall for her tutor and discovers her boyfriend's shady dealings.
Born Yesterday was a critical and commercial success, lauded for its sharp wit, brilliant performances, and timely social commentary. Judy Holliday's performance, in particular, was singled out for universal praise, earning her an Academy Award.
Praised for its witty dialogue and incisive social satire.
Judy Holliday delivers a career-defining, Oscar-winning performance.
George Cukor's direction brings out the best in the cast and material.
Google audience: Audiences overwhelmingly loved the film, highlighting Judy Holliday's 'unforgettable' performance and the movie's sharp humor and intelligent script. Many found it to be a timeless classic that remains relevant.
Academy Award for Best Actress (Judy Holliday), Nominated for Best Director, Best Screenplay, and Best Picture.
Judy Holliday's iconic portrayal of Billie Dawn was so beloved that her performance is often cited as one of the greatest comedic performances in film history, and she beat out established stars like Gloria Swanson and Bette Davis for the Best Actress Oscar that year.
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Born Yesterday’s philosophy – a fusion of Greek myth and allegory; specifically, Pygmalion (by way of Shaw) and Plato’s Cave – is not only timeless but timely. At one point, William Holden’s character says “I want everybody to be smart. I w...
Intelligent script and a very funny movie, a true classic with a perfect cast. Judy Holliday steals the show, and both Crawford and Holden are at the top of their game. You will not be disappointed!
Possibly the most endearing "dumb blonde" ever? Judy Holliday rightly won the best actress Oscar for her portrayal of dumb blonde kept woman Billie Dawn, a role she successfully played on Broadway in the stage show production. Yet to onl...