Committed (1984)

Synopsis: "Committed" is an intelligent and beautifully stylized biopic of movie star Frances Farmer, from her early stardom in 1930s Hollywood to her struggle with alcoholism and mental illness. The film... "Committed" is an intelligent and beautifully stylized biopic of movie star Frances Farmer, from her early stardom in 1930s Hollywood to her struggle with alcoholism and mental illness. The film explores the many tragedies that ultimately shattered her life, including Frances's volcanic relationships with both her lover, playwright Clifford Odets, and her domineering mother. It also investigates, with great depth, Frances's involvement with leftist causes which led to her downfall within the Hollywood establishment. [More]

Director: Sheila McLaughlin, Lynne Tillman

Director: Sheila McLaughlin, Lynne Tillman