Mildred Pierce

Mildred Pierce begins with the murder of the playboy Monte Beragon. Although the identity of the murderer is revealed at the end and the film is based on a novel by the crime writer James M. Cain, Mildred Pierce is a melodrama rather than a crime story. It is a story about a mother, Mildred Pierce, who will do anything for her teenagedaughter Veda. Unfortunately, Veda does not appreciate her mother's efforts, far from it. Even worse, Mildred never seems to realize what a spoiled brat her daughter is.
   Joan Crawford was rewarded an Oscar for the part of the self-sacrificing mother. Eve Arden was deservedly nominated for best supporting actress.

Directed by:

Michael Curtiz

Written by:
Ranald MacDougall from James M. Cain's novel.

Cast:

Joan Crawford	Mildred Pierce
Jack Carson	Wally Fay
Zachary Scott	Monte Beragon
Eve Arden	Ida
Ann Blyth	Veda Pierce
Bruce Bennett	Bert Pierce
George Tobias	Mr. Chris
Lee Patrick	Maggie Binderhof
Moroni Olsen	Inspector Peterson
Charles Trowbridge	Mr. Williams
Butterfly McQueen	Lottie