The Incredible Sarah (1976)
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.
Director:
Richard Fleischer
Writer:
Ruth Wolff
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Glenda Jackson as Sarah Bernhardt |
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Daniel Massey as Victorien Sardou |
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Yvonne Mitchell as Mam'selle |
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Douglas Wilmer as Montigny |
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David Langton as Duc De Morny |
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Simon Williams as Henri de Ligne |
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John Castle as Damala |
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Edward Judd as Jarrett |
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Rosemarie Dunham as Mrs. Bernhardt |
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Peter Sallis as Thierry |
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Bridget Armstrong as Marie |
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Margaret Courtenay as Madame Nathalie |
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Maxwell Shaw as Fadinard |
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Patrick Newell as Major |
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Gawn Grainger as Assistant Stage Manager |
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Lawrence Douglas as Soldier |
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Neil McCarthy as Sergeant |
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Peter Davidson as Stage Manager |
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Stephan Chase as |
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David Muldowney as |
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Shaun Davies as Child (uncredited) |
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Carole Ann Ford as Women (uncredited) |
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Marianne Stone as Women (uncredited) |
| Directing | Richard Fleischer | Director |
| Writing | Ruth Wolff | Screenplay |
| Crew | Christopher Challis | Cinematography |
| Editing | Eunice Mountjoy | Assistant Editor |
| Production | Helen M. Strauss | Producer |
| Production | Rose Tobias Shaw | Casting |
| Production | Douglas Twiddy | Associate Producer |
| Sound | Elmer Bernstein | Music |
| Editing | John Jympson | Editor |
| Costume & Make-Up | Wally Schneiderman | Makeup Artist |
| Costume & Make-Up | Anthony Mendleson | Costume Design |
| Art | Norman Reynolds | Art Direction |
| Art | Elliot Scott | Production Design |