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1949 · 115 min · NR

The Heiress

Directed by William Wyler · Drama, Romance, History

The Heiress (1949) is a Drama film, directed by William Wyler set in New York City during the 1800s. It runs 115 minutes and is rated NR.

Themes of betrayal, love & longing, and family & loyalty run throughout.

Composer
Aaron Copland
Cinematography
Leo Tover
Cast
Olivia de HavillandMontgomery CliftRalph RichardsonMiriam HopkinsVanessa BrownMona FreemanRay CollinsBetty Linley

The world of this film

Setting

Where
New York City
Setting
Urban
When
1800s

Premise & themes

Themes
BetrayalLove & LongingFamily & Loyalty
Tone
Melancholic

Shape

Protagonist
Solo LeadFemale Led
Pacing
Slow Burn
Based on
Pure Fiction

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