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Magnificent Doll (1946)

NR · 1946-12-08 · 1h 35m · EN
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They spoke her name in whispers

While packing her belongings in preparation of evacuating the White House because of the impending British invasion of Washington D.C., Dolly Payne Madison thinks back on her childhood, her first marriage, and later romances with two very different politicians, Aaron Burr and his good friend James Madison. She plays each against the other, not only for romantic reasons, but also to influence the shaping of the young country. By manipulating Burr's affections, she helps Thomas Jefferson win the presidency, and eventually she becomes First Lady of the land herself.

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Frank BorzageDirector

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Ginger RogersGinger RogersDolly MadisonDavid NivenDavid NivenAaron BurrBurgess MeredithBurgess MeredithJames MadisonPeggy WoodPeggy WoodMrs. PayneStephen McNallyStephen McNallyJohn ToddRobert BarratRobert BarratMr. PayneGrandon RhodesGrandon RhodesThomas JeffersonFrances E. WilliamsFrances E. WilliamsAmyHenri LetondalHenri LetondalCount D'ArignonJoseph ForteJoseph ForteSenator Ainsworth (uncredited)Erville AldersonErville AldersonDarcyLois AustinLois AustinGrace Phillips

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Genre affinityDrama · HistoryTheme affinityBlack And WhiteDialogue densityDramaDirector preference260458Actor preference136164 · 295945 · 58673Country preferenceUs

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What is Magnificent Doll about?

While packing her belongings in preparation of evacuating the White House because of the impending British invasion of Washington D.C., Dolly Payne Madison thinks back on her childhood, her first marriage, and later romances with two very different politicians, Aaron Burr and his good friend James Madison. She plays each against the other, not only for romantic reasons, but also to influence the shaping of the young country. By manipulating Burr's affections, she helps Thomas Jefferson win the presidency, and eventually she becomes First Lady of the land herself.

How long is Magnificent Doll?

Magnificent Doll has a runtime of 95 minutes.