The Mad Empress (1939)
The Mad Empress is a 1939 American historical drama film depicting the 3-year reign of Maximilian I of Mexico and his struggles against Benito Juarez.
Director: Miguel Contreras Torres
Genre: Drama, Romance, War
Runtime: 72 min
Release Date: December 16, 1939
Cast
- Medea de Novara - Empress Carlotta of Mexico
- Conrad Nagel - Maximilian
- Jason Robards Sr. - President Benito Juarez
- Lionel Atwill - General Bazaine
- Guy Bates Post - Louis Napoleon III
- Evelyn Brent - Empress Eugenie
- Frank McGlynn Sr. - President Abraham Lincoln
- Nigel De Brulier - Father Fisher
- Gustav von Seyffertitz - Metternich
- Michael Visaroff - Dr. Samuel Basch
Screenplay
Cinematography: Alex Phillips, Arthur Martinelli
Production: Miguel Contreras Torres, Hispano Continental Films, Warner Bros. Pictures
Country: Mexico, United States of America
Original Language: en
Themes
Faith, Religion and Spirituality, Forbidden Royal Romance and Duty
Keywords
revolution, napoleon bonaparte, family relationships, royalty, religion
More Films by Director: Miguel Contreras Torres
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Mad Empress about?
- The Mad Empress is a 1939 American historical drama film depicting the 3-year reign of Maximilian I of Mexico and his struggles against Benito Juarez.
- Who directed The Mad Empress?
- The Mad Empress was directed by Miguel Contreras Torres.
- Who stars in The Mad Empress?
- The Mad Empress stars Medea de Novara, Conrad Nagel, Jason Robards Sr., Lionel Atwill, Guy Bates Post, Evelyn Brent.
- How long is The Mad Empress?
- The Mad Empress has a runtime of 1h 12m (72 minutes).
- What genre is The Mad Empress?
- The Mad Empress is a Drama, Romance, War film.
- Where was The Mad Empress produced?
- The Mad Empress was produced in Mexico, United States of America.
- What are the themes of The Mad Empress?
- The themes of The Mad Empress include: Faith, Religion and Spirituality, Forbidden Royal Romance and Duty.