Synopsis
While packing her belongings in preparation of evacuating the White House because of the impending British invasion of Washington D.C., Dolly Payne Madison thinks back on her childhood, her first marriage, and later romances with two very different politicians, Aaron Burr and his good friend James Madison. She plays each against the other, not only for romantic reasons, but also to influence the shaping of the young country. By manipulating Burr's affections, she helps Thomas Jefferson win the presidency, and eventually she becomes First Lady of the land herself.
Key facts
Cast
Ginger Rogers, David Niven, Burgess Meredith
Original language
English
Setting
Washington, D.C.
Crew
Producer
Bruce Manning
Cinematography
Joseph A. Valentine
Editing
Ted Kent
Music
Hans J. Salter
Stills
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Titles
| Original title | Magnificent Doll | English |
| Alternate title | La Poupée magnifique |
Versions & editions
| Original version (English) |
Full credits
| Director | Frank Borzage |
| Cast | Ginger Rogers, David Niven, Burgess Meredith |
| Producer | Bruce Manning |
| Cinematography | Joseph A. Valentine |
| Editing | Ted Kent |
| Music | Hans J. Salter |
Source: Cinémathèque québécoise, linked catalogue data (CC BY 4.0)
