The Barefoot Contessa (1954)
The Barefoot Contessa is a 1954 drama movie directed by Joseph L. Mankiewicz, with a running time of 2h 8m. It stars Humphrey Bogart, Ava Gardner and Edmond O'Brien.
A washed-up filmmaker gets a second chance at stardom when he discovers stunning peasant Maria Vargas dancing in a Madrid nightclub. Goaded by his producer, the director convinces Maria to screen test for, and then star in, his next big picture. But as the producer's possessive nature and the realities of stardom weigh on Maria, she seeks a genuine lover with whom she can escape.
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What is The Barefoot Contessa about?
A washed-up filmmaker gets a second chance at stardom when he discovers stunning peasant Maria Vargas dancing in a Madrid nightclub. Goaded by his producer, the director convinces Maria to screen test for, and then star in, his next big picture. But as the producer's possessive nature and the realities of stardom weigh on Maria, she seeks a genuine lover with whom she can escape.
When was The Barefoot Contessa released?
The Barefoot Contessa was released on 29 September 1954.
How long is The Barefoot Contessa?
The Barefoot Contessa runs 2h 8m.
Who made The Barefoot Contessa?
The Barefoot Contessa was directed by Joseph L. Mankiewicz.
Where can I watch The Barefoot Contessa?
The Barefoot Contessa is available on MGM Plus, MGM+ Amazon Channel, Philo, YouTube TV, fuboTV and Hoopla.
Where to watch The Barefoot Contessa
Stream: MGM Plus, MGM+ Amazon Channel, Philo, YouTube TV, fuboTV
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Cast
- Humphrey Bogart as Harry Dawes
- Ava Gardner as Maria Vargas
- Edmond O'Brien as Oscar Muldoon
- Marius Goring as Alberto Bravano
- Valentina Cortese as Eleanora Torlato-Favrini
- Rossano Brazzi as Count Vincenzo Torlato-Favrini
- Elizabeth Sellars as Jerry
- Warren Stevens as Kirk Edwards
- Franco Interlenghi as Pedro Vargas
- Mari Aldon as Myrna
- Enzo Staiola as Busboy
- Bill Fraser as J. Montague Brown