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Her story is shocking, disturbing, compelling... and true. - Frances
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Title: Frances

Release Date: 3 Dec 1982

Runtime: 2h 20m

Genre: Drama

Director: Brooksfilms, EMI Films, Associated Film Distribution, Universal Pictures

Production Companies: Brooksfilms, EMI Films, Associated Film Distribution, Universal Pictures

Overview: The true story of Frances Farmer's meteoric rise to fame in Hollywood and the tragic turn her life took when she was blacklisted.

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Ratings

Average Vote: 6.9 (110 votes)

Cast

  • Frances Farmer: Jessica Lange
  • Harry York: Sam Shepard
  • Lillian Farmer: Kim Stanley
  • Ernest Farmer: Bart Burns
  • Dick Steele: Christopher Pennock
  • Judge Hillier: James Karen
  • Lobotomy Doctor: Gerald S. O'Loughlin
  • Alma Styles: Sarah Cunningham
  • Mr. Bebe: Allan Rich
  • Dr. Doyle: Woodrow Parfrey
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