Magnificent Doll

Magnificent Doll (1946)

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.

Date of release
1946-12-08
TMDB
6.1 / 10 (12)
Runtime
1h 35m
Genres
Drama, History
Director
Frank Borzage

Casting

Interesting facts

Magnificent Doll is a 1946 American historical drama film directed by Frank Borzage and starring Ginger Rogers as Dolley Madison and David Niven as Aaron Burr. The supporting cast features Burgess Meredith as James Madison and Grandon Rhodes as Thomas Jefferson. The screenplay was written by Irving Stone.

Production

Universal Pictures paid Sam Goldwyn $100,000 to borrow David Niven for the film. Filming took place under the working title of The Life of Dolly [sic] Madison from June to August in 1946 at Universal City and a ranch in Chatsworth, Los Angeles.

During production, Frances E. Williams complained about the lack of black extras and the director hired more black actors.

The sets and costumes cost $1.79 million. Vera West and Travis Banton designed the wardrobe and milliner Lilly Daché designed the hats that Ginger Rogers wore.

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