That Certain Woman
That Certain Woman

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That Certain Woman

1937
Movie
93 min
English

A gangster's widow fights for love despite society's disapproval.

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IMDb7.0/10
Director: Edmund GouldingGenres: Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

A successful businesswoman, Virginia Kirkwood, takes revenge on the man who wronged her and her family. She schemes to win back the fortune lost by her father due to the manipulative actions of wealthy businessman Lloyd Carlton. However, her plan becomes complicated when she falls in love with Carlton's son, Jack, who is unaware of her true intentions.

Critical Reception

While not one of Bette Davis's most celebrated films, "That Certain Woman" was a commercial success and showcased her ability to portray complex, driven female characters. Critics at the time often praised Davis's performance, though some found the plot to be melodramatic.

What Reviewers Say

  • Bette Davis delivers a strong performance as a woman seeking retribution.

  • The film offers a classic melodrama with themes of love and revenge.

  • The plot, while engaging, can be seen as overly dramatic by some.

Google audience: Audience reception data is not readily available for this classic film.

Fun Fact

This film marked the first on-screen pairing of Bette Davis and Henry Fonda, who would later star together in "Jezebel" (1938), a role for which Davis won her second Academy Award.

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