Tarnished Lady is a 1931 Pre-Code American drama film directed by George Cukor. The screenplay by Donald Ogden Stewart is based on his short story, A Story of a New York Lady.


Okay, so Tarnished Lady. If you're into the wild ride that was Pre-Code Hollywood, or just really, *really* dig Tallulah Bankhead, then yeah, give this a spin. It’s not exactly a “must-see” for everyone, mind you. Folks expecting some fast-paced, modern drama will probably find it a bit slow, maybe even a little stiff ...

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Comparing the cinematic DNA and archive impact of two defining moments in cult history.

George Cukor

Dallas M. Fitzgerald
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"Okay, so Tarnished Lady. If you're into the wild ride that was Pre-Code Hollywood, or just really, *really* dig Tallulah Bankhead, then yeah, give this a spin. It’s not exactly a “must-see” for everyone, mind you. Folks expecting some fast-paced, modern drama will probably find it a bit slow, maybe even a little stiff in places. But for a glimpse into how movies talked about money and marriage back in 1931? It's pretty fascinating. ✨ Tallulah. *That voice*. It’s like a rusty cello and a silk sca..."
Donald Ogden Stewart
United States

