The legendary actress Sarah Bernhardt's unconventional life and career are examined in this biopic. At an audition in 1860, the teenage Bernhardt proclaims herself the greatest actress of her time. Her career blossoms, as does her private life. But art and life don't stay balanced, much to the frustration of her lovers. The eccentric Bernhardt eventually does marry another actor, but it's her life on stage that ultimately gives her the most satisfaction.
Cast
Glenda Jackson
Sarah Bernhardt
Daniel Massey
Victorien Sardou
Yvonne Mitchell
Mam'selle
Douglas Wilmer
Montigny
David Langton
Duc De Morny
Simon Williams
Henri de Ligne
John Castle
Damala
Edward Judd
Jarrett
Rosemarie Dunham
Mrs. Bernhardt
Peter Sallis
Thierry
Bridget Armstrong
Marie
Margaret Courtenay
Madame Nathalie
Maxwell Shaw
Fadinard
Patrick Newell
Major
Gawn Grainger
Assistant Stage Manager
Lawrence Douglas
Soldier
Neil McCarthy
Sergeant
Peter Davidson
Stage Manager
Stephan Chase
Unknown
David Muldowney
Unknown
Shaun Davies
Child (uncredited)
Carole Ann Ford
Women (uncredited)
Marianne Stone
Women (uncredited)
Crew
Richard Fleischer
Director
Ruth Wolff
Screenplay
John Jympson
Editor
Eunice Mountjoy
Assistant Editor
Christopher Challis
Cinematography
Helen M. Strauss
Producer
Douglas Twiddy
Associate Producer
Elliot Scott
Production Design
Rose Tobias Shaw
Casting
Anthony Mendleson
Costume Design
Wally Schneiderman
Makeup Artist
Elmer Bernstein
Music
Norman Reynolds
Art Direction
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