The Barefoot Contessa

A washed-up filmmaker gets a second chance at stardom when he discovers stunning peasant Maria Vargas dancing in a Madrid nightclub. Goaded by his producer, the director convinces Maria to screen test for, and then star in, his next big picture. But as the producer's possessive nature and the realities of stardom weigh on Maria, she seeks a genuine lover with whom she can escape.

Tagline

“The world's most beautiful animal!”

Release Status

Released

Genres

Drama

Director

Joseph L. Mankiewicz

Original Language

EN

What is The Barefoot Contessa about?

A washed-up filmmaker gets a second chance at stardom when he discovers stunning peasant Maria Vargas dancing in a Madrid nightclub. Goaded by his producer, the director convinces Maria to screen test for, and then star in, his next big picture. But as the producer's possessive nature and the realities of stardom weigh on Maria, she seeks a genuine lover with whom she can escape.

Who directed The Barefoot Contessa?

The Barefoot Contessa was directed by Joseph L. Mankiewicz.

When was The Barefoot Contessa released?

The Barefoot Contessa was released on September 29, 1954.

How long is The Barefoot Contessa?

The Barefoot Contessa has a runtime of 2h 8m.

Where can I track The Barefoot Contessa?

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