OF HUMAN BONDAGE (1934)
Directed by: John Cromwell
Starring: Leslie Howard, Bette Davis, Frances Dee, Reginald Denny
Based on W. Somerset Maugham's classic novel, Of Human Bondage tells the heartbreaking story of a young medical student hopelessly obsessed with a manipulative waitress. Featuring the performance that transformed Bette Davis into a Hollywood legend, this emotionally powerful drama remains one of cinema's greatest portrayals of destructive love.
Behind the Scenes
Bette Davis fought Warner Bros. for the opportunity to play Mildred.
Davis later called Mildred one of the finest roles of her career.
Although she was not nominated by the Academy, critics and audiences considered her performance Oscar-worthy.
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