Magnificent Doll

“They spoke her name in whispers”

While packing her belongings in preparation of evacuating the White House because of the impending British invasion of Washington D.C., Dolly Payne Madison thinks back on her childhood, her first marriage, and later romances with two very different politicians, Aaron Burr and his good friend James Madison. She plays each against the other, not only for romantic reasons, but also to influence the shaping of the young country. By manipulating Burr's affections, she helps Thomas Jefferson win the presidency, and eventually she becomes First Lady of the land herself.

Screenplay

Irving Stone

Director

Frank Borzage

Music

Hans J. Salter

Status

Released

Release date

08/12/1946

Original language

English