Mary Haines discovers her husband's affair with Crystal Allen and must decide how to move forward while managing her cousin Sylvia Fowler and her friends' interference. The rivalry between Norma Shearer and Joan Crawford is mirrored in their film roles, with Shearer as Mary and Crawford as Crystal serving as a Hollywood joke. The film is known for its all-female cast, clever dialogue, and a notable Technicolor fashion showcase designed by Adrian, influenced by Schiaparelli, presenting ground-breaking styles for the era.
The film features a cast entirely of women, showcasing quick dialogue and a script that challenges the restrictions of the production code.
The rivalry between Norma Shearer and Joan Crawford was intense, as Shearer had established herself as MGM's biggest star prior to Crawford's arrival.
A Technicolor fashion sequence in the film presents avant-garde looks designed by Adrian, influenced by Elsa Schiaparelli, offering a glimpse into future fashion.
The choice of Shearer to portray Mary Haines and Crawford as Crystal Allen serves as a Hollywood inside joke, reflecting their real-life rivalry.
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