Susan and God (1940)

Synopsis: In SUSAN AND GOD, Joan Crawford stars as a wealthy socialite who returns from Europe with a newfound religious fervor. The role of evangelical matron, originally offered to Norma Shearer, was a... In SUSAN AND GOD, Joan Crawford stars as a wealthy socialite who returns from Europe with a newfound religious fervor. The role of evangelical matron, originally offered to Norma Shearer, was a departure from previous Crawford roles; she seized the moment to prove she could play more than the femme fatale. This adaptation of the Rachel Crothers play offers more developed characterizations than the original stage version, including Susan's bewildered husband (Fredric March) and an excellent Rita Quigley as their daughter, Charlotte. Besides affecting her family, Susan's conversion wreaks havoc in the social arena in which she attempts to impose her new faith. Although the philosophy she espouses is popular among high- society Europeans, Susan's evangelizing at home creates chaos and resentment with her friends, rendering her oblivious to brewing troubles within her family. The production is a beautifully handled, well-crafted film from the inimitable director of HOLIDAY and MY FAIR LADY. [More]

Starring: Joan Crawford, Rita Hayworth, Ruth Hussey, Nigel Bruce

Starring: Joan Crawford, Rita Hayworth, Ruth Hussey, Nigel Bruce, Bruce Cabot, Fredric March, John Carroll, Rose Hobart, Rita Quigley, Marjorie Main

Director: George Cukor

Director: George Cukor
Producer: Hunt Stromberg
Screenwriter: Anita Loos
Story: Rachel Crothers
Composer: Herbert Stothart

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