Starring Joan Crawford

Joan Crawford: the name has an enduring fascination. From her first film in 1925 to her rise to stardom in 1928 and onward to the hit films she appeared in through the 1960s, she continually molded and remolded herself, crafting an indelible image and ensuring her place in the American pantheon. Starring Joan Crawford is a rollicking exploration of the powerful women Crawford vividly brought to life in her films and the impact she has had on popular culture. Carving out a revolutionary path while relying on men as little as possible, she created a gallery of strong, assertive women who refused to conform to gende, expectations. In movies like Mildred Pierce, The Damned Don't Cry, and What Ever Happened to Baby Jane? she played to win, becoming a lodestar for LGBT audiences, a model of self-determination for women, and an unforgettable icon for everyone.