A young man plots revenge against the woman he believes murdered his cousin, but his plans are shaken when he comes face to face with the enigmatic beauty.
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Title: My Cousin Rachel (1952)
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| Olivia de Havilland | ... |
Rachel Ashley
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| Richard Burton | ... | ||
| Audrey Dalton | ... | ||
| Ronald Squire | ... | ||
| George Dolenz | ... | ||
| John Sutton | ... | ||
| Tudor Owen | ... | ||
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J.M. Kerrigan | ... | |
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When Philip Ashley's much-loved (and rich) cousin Ambrose dies, he is convinced that Ambrose was murdered by his new wife Rachel to inherit his wealth. But when he meets Rachel and falls in love with her, he knows that his suspicions must have been unfounded. But were they, or is Rachel just trying to use Philip to get at the estate Ambrose left to him instead of to her? And will she murder him next? Written by Ken Yousten <[email protected]>
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Country:
USARelease Date:
24 December 1954 (USA) See more »Also Known As:
Meine Cousine Rachel See more »Filming Locations:
Stage 6, 20th Century Fox Studios - 10201 Pico Blvd., Century City, Los Angeles, California, USABox Office
Budget:
$1,200,000 (estimated)Company Credits
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Mono (Western Electric Recording)Color:
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1.37 : 1
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Louise Kendall: Philip, you can't be serious.
Philip Ashley: Every word you uttered in the church that afternoon was the truth. And with that letter, I'm positive I can prove it.
Louise Kendall: But not murder surely.
Philip Ashley: How else could she marry her lover and still keep possession of the estate?
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Richard Burton's posthumously-published diaries reveal that he accepted the role of Philip in this film because it was being planned as a comeback vehicle for Greta Garbo under the direction of his friend George Cukor, whom he regarded as one of the great Hollywood directors. He claims that Garbo personally told him she would only do the film with him as her leading man. When negotiations with both Garbo and Cukor fell through (Garbo never made another film, and Cukor and Burton never worked together), Burton remained attached to the project, which was refashioned as a vehicle for Olivia De Havilland following her Oscar-winning success in "The Heiress". Burton claims that De Havilland was impossibly arrogant after her Oscar triumph, insisted on having sole above-the-title star billing, and also would not allow anyone to call her by her first name, only as "Miss De Havilland". He found this state of affairs preposterous and was rude about her for the rest of his life whenever the film (which he despised) came up in interviews. See more »Quotes
Philip Ashley: I haven't the time to explain. But I'm convinced now that Ambrose was right. She not only murdered him but she's done her best to kill me too.Louise Kendall: Philip, you can't be serious.
Philip Ashley: Every word you uttered in the church that afternoon was the truth. And with that letter, I'm positive I can prove it.
Louise Kendall: But not murder surely.
Philip Ashley: How else could she marry her lover and still keep possession of the estate?
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This film, based on the Daphne du Maurier's novel is practically unknown, as it appears to have been forgotten; it never turns on reruns, but it's worth a look nevertheless.
"My Cousin Rachel" was directed by Henry Koster, based on the adaptation by Nunnally Johnson, who did a good job in creating the right atmosphere for the film. The great cinematography of Joseph LaShelle enhances what the director set out to do in more ways than he probably imagined. Mr. LaShelle was one of the most elegant cinematographers of that era. Just look at his seascapes to appreciate his art.
This film marks the beginning of Richard Burton's career in the American Cinema. While it was not his first film, the actor brought such an intensity to his role that earned an acting nomination for best supporting actor. He should have been nominated as the best actor, since his role is the whole movie!
Olivia DeHavilland makes an excellent Rachel, at times loving, at others sly and calculating. She had a special beauty. Her eyes express a lot in her close ups. Ms. DeHavilland was totally convincing in her take of this woman who comes back to claim her inheritance when everything is taken away from her.
The rest of the cast is good as they play in ensemble fashion. Audrey Dalton makes a lovely Louise, the loyal friend. Also John Sutton, who unfortunately doesn't stay around too long to make justice of his role of Ambrose.
As a Gothic mystery, this film will not disappoint.