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The Goddess (1958) | Criteria

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The Goddess

English • 1958 • 1h 44m

This film is not currently available on the Criterion Channel

Director

Synopsis

A woman adored by the people around her ultimately struggles to be happy with herself.

Included in
Method Acting
Position 7
Included in
June 2023
Position 28

Credits

Crew

DirectorJohn Cromwell

WriterPaddy Chayefsky

CinematographerArthur J. Ornitz

ComposerVirgil Thomson

EditorCarl Lerner

ProducerMilton Perlman

Cast

Kim Stanleyas Emily Ann Faulkner (Rita Shawn)

Lloyd Bridgesas Dutch Seymour

Patty Dukeas Emily Ann Faulkner (Child)

as Lester Brackman

Joan Copelandas Alice Marie

Betty Lou Hollandas Mrs. Laureen Faulkner

Steven Hillas John Tower

Gerald Hikenas George

Elizabeth Wilsonas Harding

Joanne Linvilleas Joanna

Gail Haworthas Emily's Daughter

Joyce Van Pattenas Hillary

Louise Beaversas The Cook

Gerald Petrarcaas The Minister

Werner Klempereras Joe Wilsey

Burt Brinckerhoffas The Boy

Margaret Braytonas Mrs. Woolsy (uncredited)

Curt Conwayas The Writer (uncredited)

Fred Herrickas The Elder (uncredited)

Donald McKeeas R.M. Lucas (uncredited)