Review of The Barefoot Contessa (1954) by Yalç?N G — 22 Nov 2007

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This review of The Barefoot Contessa (1954) was written by Yalç?N G on 22 Nov 2007.

The Barefoot Contessa has generally received positive reviews.

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Must-see film from Old Hollywood. Writing ambitious and skillful but cynicism on all sides wears on us after a while…

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In The Barefoot Contessa, [Mankiewicz] shows the sordidness of the money-driven, ego-fuelled, ruthless machinations that are both central to…

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By Betty S (50) on 01 Oct 2010

The sudden disappearance of the Contessa's rebel spirit when she hits Hollywood is perhaps a little too realistic, taking some of the bite/action…

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By Vote Or Die Cuz I'll Kill You : (8) on 28 Aug 2008

Reminds you that true love SHOULD break your heart. And it keeps you guessing to the end when's the last time a serious movie did that…

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By Thorne O (3) on 19 Jun 2013

Truly what a disappointment this film was I expected so much more from Joseph L. Mankieweiz so much more…

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By Marilee A (711) on 15 Jun 2011

Filmaço que a tempos estava no pc e eu não assistia. Demora para achar o ritmo mas depois não para mais, direção e roteiro fodas…

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By Mike V (837) on 15 May 2015

An attractive movie in many ways, not least with Gardner in the lead female role. 1001…

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By Elizabeth G (180) on 25 Jul 2008

The acting is a bit dated but still classic story. Shocking revelation at the climax is the twist that makes this film…

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By Augustine H (906) on 21 May 2014

The Barefoot Contessa is an excellent film…

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By David F (1,889) on 18 Jul 2010

Not quite the level of catty expose on the film business one would expect from Mankiewicz, the director and writer of the vastly superior 'All…

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