This cinematic adaptation of William Makepeace Thackeray's novel stars Myrna Loy in her first starring role.This cinematic adaptation of William Makepeace Thackeray's novel stars Myrna Loy in her first starring role.This cinematic adaptation of William Makepeace Thackeray's novel stars Myrna Loy in her first starring role.
Ray Culley
- Casino patron
- (uncredited)
Bill Elliott
- Minor Role
- (uncredited)
Tom Ricketts
- Sir Pitt's Butler Parker
- (uncredited)
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Storyline
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- TriviaShot in ten days.
- Quotes
Joseph Sedley: Ever been to Brighton?
Becky Sharp: Brighton? No, never.
Joseph Sedley: How would you like to come with me for a weekend?
[lecherous wink]
Joseph Sedley: Lovely place. Lots of fun. Lots of champagne.
- ConnectionsReferenced in Hollywood Hist-o-Rama: Myrna Loy (1961)
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There have been a few Hollywood adaptations of the classic Vanity Fair, but one that is particularly interesting to watch is the pre-Code 1932 version starring Myrna Loy. Because there were no constrictions, it could be as naughty as it wanted to be - and it was! With Myrna's side-eye, smirk, and bold gestures, she's completely believable as Becky Sharp. Becky wants to advance in society and soon learns that sleeping with men advances her social status. In one particularly slimy scene early on, her friend's middle-aged brother practically propositions her in broad daylight. Myrna gives her little smile and realizes that if she gives him what he wants, he'll invite her to parties and dinners with the "right" people.
Modern audiences might find this version tame, but keep in mind it's an old, black-and-white flick. It's almost one hundred years old, and it's very interesting to watch actors in a timeless story of a conniving gold digger.
Modern audiences might find this version tame, but keep in mind it's an old, black-and-white flick. It's almost one hundred years old, and it's very interesting to watch actors in a timeless story of a conniving gold digger.
- HotToastyRag
- Aug 2, 2023
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- Runtime1 hour 18 minutes
- Color
- Aspect ratio
- 1.37 : 1
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