The Bad and the Beautiful

Legendary director Vincente Minnelli pulls back the curtain on Hollywood’s vain, ambitious, and often morally corrupt world. Kirk Douglas stars as a ruthless Hollywood tycoon willing to exploit friendships and sacrifice lovers to get his films made. His story unfolds through a series of beautifully shot flashbacks, brought to life by cinematographer Robert Surtees, who won an Academy Award for his work on the film. The all-star cast also includes Lana Turner, Dick Powell, Walter Pidgeon, and Gloria Grahame.

A perfect companion piece to the upcoming Down with the System series at the County Theater this spring, which will showcase seven films that ushered in the “New” Hollywood Era and ended the Studio System of Hollywood’s Golden Age.

Lights, Camera, Hollywood! Join us for this 5 film mini-series and step behind the scenes into the dazzling, glamorous, and sometimes scandalous world of Tinseltown. From the bright lights of movie musicals to the darker side of fame, ambition, and the pursuit of stardom, this series celebrates Hollywood’s fascination with telling stories about itself.

Director Vincente Minnelli

Cast Kirk Douglas, Lana Turner, Dick Powell, Walter Pidgeon, Gloria Grahame

Country USA

Language English

Aspect 1.37

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