Romance,Drama
United States of America
Becky Sharp was released in 1935 and was directed by Rouben Mamoulian. The film starred Miriam Hopkins as Becky Sharp, and also featured Frances Dee, Cedric Hardwicke, and Nigel Bruce.
The film tells the story of Becky Sharp, a poor English girl who is determined to rise in society and become a member of the upper class. She uses her wit and charm to manipulate and seduce the men around her, including the wealthy Marquess of Steyne (played by Hardwicke).
The film was highly acclaimed for its use of the newly developed three-strip Technicolor film, which allowed for greater color saturation and more realistic skin tones. The film was also notable for its elaborate set designs and period costumes, which were meticulously researched for accuracy.
Though the film was praised for its technical achievements, it received mixed reviews for its adaptation of Thackeray's novel. Some critics felt that the film failed to capture the depth and complexity of the novel's characters and themes. Despite this criticism, Becky Sharp was a commercial success and is considered an important milestone in the history of film technology.
