Great Actresses of the Past
Synopsis
Compiled by The Museum of Modern Art Film Library in 1938, the film is a glimpse of the early 20th century’s finest stage performers— Gabrielle Réjane, Eleonora Duse, Sarah Bernhardt, and Minnie Maddern Fiske. The compliation contains excerpts from four films, adapted from four timeless stories: Madame Sans-Gêne (1911), Cenere (1916), La Dame aux Camélias (1912), and Vanity Fair (1915).
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Release History & Theatrical Window
August 7, 1938
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
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- Original Title
- Great Actresses of the Past
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 2m
- Production Studios
- Museum of Modern Art Film Library, Museum of Modern Art
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Frequently Asked Questions About Great Actresses of the Past
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What is Great Actresses of the Past about?
Compiled by The Museum of Modern Art Film Library in 1938, the film is a glimpse of the early 20th century’s finest stage performers— Gabrielle Réjane, Eleonora Duse, Sarah Bernhardt, and Minnie Maddern Fiske. The compliation contains excerpts from four films, adapted from four timeless stories: Madame Sans-Gêne (1911), Cenere (1916), La Dame aux Camélias (1912), and Vanity Fair (1915).
Who directed Great Actresses of the Past?
Great Actresses of the Past was directed by Not specified.
Who stars in Great Actresses of the Past?
The principal cast of Great Actresses of the Past includes Gabrielle Réjane, Eleonora Duse, Sarah Bernhardt, Minnie Maddern Fiske, Febo Mari.
When was Great Actresses of the Past released and how long is it?
Great Actresses of the Past was released in 1938 with a total runtime of 1h 2m.