All about Eve

In recent years, one can observe how Hollywood has not been very successful in trying to figure out the formula of a film with "strong women". At first, it seemed that the answer was teen fiction like The Hunger Games, but Divergent and Fifth Wave demonstrated that this doesn't always work. Female remakes were another option, but "Ocean's 8 Girlfriends" and "Ghostbusters" created more haters than supporters of a new look at a familiar story.

And the most annoying thing about it is that studio Hollywood knows how to make cool films where women are not just decorations, but it seems they have forgotten how to do it. Because 70 years ago, the film "All about Eve" directed and written by Joseph Mankiewicz (not to be confused with Herman Mankiewicz, who wrote "Citizen Kane" and was filmed by David Fincher) was released, and immediately became incredibly successful: 14 Oscar nominations (no one else has) and 6 statuettes. Four actresses received nominations for best actress at once. Ann Baxter and Betty Davis in the lead, Celeste Golm and Thelma Ritter in the supporting roles. Since then, the film has regularly appeared on the lists of the best films in history, and for good reason. The only thing that gives away the 70-year-old age of the painting is a black-and-white picture and some outdated words. Otherwise, "All about Eve" remains just as relevant and up-to-date.

The film tells the story of Broadway star Margot Channing (Bette Davis), who has already celebrated her 40th birthday and feels that she is starting to feel uncomfortable in the roles of 20-year-old girls whom she has to play in the theater. The appearance of a young girl in her life, Eva Harrington (Ann Baxter), somewhat calms the star. Eva dreams of the theater and considers Margot almost a deity. The girl becomes her idol's personal assistant, and Margot gladly accepts her attention. But gradually it becomes clear that Eva wants not just to enter the life of a star, but to get it for herself. As the film shows, talent itself is not enough to become a star, and all actresses have more than enough of it. But to get the opportunity to show their talent, women have to be ruthless and even cruel to each other.

The first thing that catches your eye is the exaggerated theatricality of the film. The characters don't just talk, they read monologues or exchange sharp and perfectly polished lines. But later (and especially upon re-viewing) it becomes clear that this is not a flaw or an accident. After all, the characters really play because they can't do otherwise. Eva represents an innocent girl, and Margot represents a prima donna. And it is significant that towards the end of the film, when the heroine Betty Davis finally comes to terms with life, they begin to behave and speak naturally. How to Get the 1xBet Promo Code Today. To get your Free Bet, new customers can register with 1xbet for free, and enter the 1xbet promo code it when registering will make you eligible for a 30% boost for the casino and sports welcome bonus. 1XBet Casino adds the Free Spins to your account automatically without you unlocking.