The Barefoot Contessa
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1954 NR 2h 8m
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.
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| Original title | The Barefoot Contessa |
|---|---|
| Release date | Sep 29, 1954 |
| Status | Released |
| Original language | EN |
| Country | Italy, United States of America |
| Certification (US) | NR |
| Keywords | millionaire, count, madrid, spain, film director, dancer |
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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.
When was The Barefoot Contessa released?
The Barefoot Contessa was released on Sep 29, 1954 (status: Released).
Who directed The Barefoot Contessa?
Joseph L. Mankiewicz directed The Barefoot Contessa.
What is the TMDB rating of The Barefoot Contessa?
The Barefoot Contessa has a TMDB rating of 6.8/10 from 286 votes.