The Heiress (1949) - film review

Drama / Romance

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The Heiress is an American romantic film drama first released in 1949, directed by William Wyler. The film is based on a novel by Henry James and stars Olivia de Havilland, Montgomery Clift, Ralph Richardson, Miriam Hopkins and Vanessa Brown. Our overall rating for this film is: very good.

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Credits

Director: William Wyler
Script: Augustus Goetz, Ruth Goetz, Henry James (novel)
Photo: Leo Tover
Music: Aaron Copland
Cast: Olivia de Havilland (Catherine Sloper), Montgomery Clift (Morris Townsend), Ralph Richardson (Dr. Austin Sloper), Miriam Hopkins (Lavinia Penniman), Vanessa Brown (Maria), Betty Linley (Mrs. Montgomery), Ray Collins (Jefferson Almond), Mona Freeman (Marian Almond), Selena Royle (Elizabeth Almond), Paul Lees (Arthur Townsend), Harry Antrim (Mr. Abeel), Russ Conway (Quintus), David Thursby (Geier), Franklyn Farnum (Bit Role), Sam Harris (Party Guest), Donald Kerr (Fish Peddler)
Country: USA
Language: English
Runtime: 115 min; B&W

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