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East Lynne is a 1931 adaptation of Ellen Wood’s novel, directed by Frank Lloyd. The film features a cast including Ann Harding and Clive Brook, and received an Academy Award nomination for Best Picture. It was produced before the establishment of the Hays Code.
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| Country | United States |
| Year | 1931 |
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When was East Lynne released?
East Lynne was released in 1931, directed by Frank Lloyd for Fox Film Corporation. It was one of the early sound film adaptations of Ellen Wood's popular Victorian novel, which had been filmed several times during the silent era.
Who stars in the 1931 East Lynne?
Ann Harding stars as Lady Isabel Carlyle and Clive Brook plays her husband Archibald Carlyle. The supporting cast includes Conrad Nagel and Cecilia Loftus in the Frank Lloyd-directed production.
Was East Lynne nominated for Best Picture?
Yes, East Lynne was nominated for Best Picture at the 4th Academy Awards for films released in 1931. It was one of five nominees in the category, losing to Cimarron.
What is the plot of East Lynne?
The film follows Lady Isabel Carlyle, who leaves her husband and children for another man, only to return years later disguised as a governess after being disfigured in a train accident. The melodrama explores themes of betrayal, regret, and redemption based on Ellen Wood's 1861 novel.
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