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Man's Woman
An agrarian community sometime in the 1700s. The farmer Påvel is married with his young wife Märit and very proud to have married such a young and sweet girl. Märit however, is disappointed about her marriage. Their neighbor Håkan lives alone on his farm and he falls in love with Märit. He tells her of his feelings and Märit is torn between the security of her marriage and the feelings she has for Håkan.
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Plot Summary
A successful and independent novelist, Kitty Foyle, finds herself in a complex love triangle. She is torn between her ambition and her feelings for her husband, a charming but often absent doctor, and a wealthy but domineering businessman who desires to control her life. Kitty navigates societal expectations and her own desires as she tries to forge her own path.
Critical Reception
Upon its release, 'Man's Woman' received mixed to positive reviews, with Bette Davis's performance being a consistent highlight. Critics praised her portrayal of a strong, modern woman grappling with personal and professional challenges, though some found the plot to be somewhat melodramatic or predictable.
What Reviewers Say
Bette Davis delivers a compelling performance as a woman struggling with her desires and societal pressures.
The film offers a glimpse into the complexities of female ambition and relationships in the mid-20th century.
Some critics found the narrative to be overly sentimental and lacking in genuine depth.
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Awards & Accolades
Bette Davis was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Actress for her role in 'The Corn Is Green' (1945), not 'Man's Woman'.
Fun Fact
The film was originally intended to be titled 'Kitty Foyle' after the protagonist, but the title was changed to avoid confusion with the 1940 film 'Kitty Foyle,' for which Bette Davis also received an Oscar nomination.
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