Synopsis
In 1840s New York, the uneventful and boring days of the daughter of a wealthy doctor come to an end when she meets a dashing poorer man — who may or may not be after her inheritance.
Key facts
Original language
English
Production companies
Paramount Pictures
Based on
Washington Square
Awards
Academy Award for Best Actress, Academy Award for Best Costume Design, Black-and-White, Academy Award for Best Art Direction, Black and White, Academy Award for Best Original Dramatic or Comedy Score, Golden Globe Award for Best Actress – Motion Picture Drama, National Board of Review Award for Best Actor
Setting
New York City
Trailer
Stills
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Festival History
- Berlin International Film Festival 1996 generic
- Academy Awards 1950 academy_award
- Writers Guild of America 1950 generic
- National Board of Review 1949 generic
Titles
| Original title | The Heiress | |
| Alternate title | L'Héritière |
Source: Cinémathèque québécoise, linked catalogue data (CC BY 4.0)
