Jezebel (1938)

Set against the evocative backdrop of 1850's New Orleans, Jezebel plunges us into the tempestuous life of Julie Marsden, a fiercely independent yet captivating Southern belle. With her captivating beauty and free spirit, she is the essence of the antebellum era, yet her audacious personality is both her charm and her downfall. Played with remarkable intensity by the legendary Bette Davis, Julie is a woman who seeks social redemption on her own audacious terms. Engaged to Preston Dillard, a successful banker, Julie's world is one of privilege and power. Yet her untamed spirit and controlling nature create a chasm between the two. Her desire for independence doesn't stem from a wish to inflict pain, but rather a need to assert herself, causing her to push Preston away with her headstrong behavior. The result is a scandalous spectacle at a lavish social gathering, leading to Preston's abrupt departure. As the city finds itself in the grip of a deadly yellow fever epidemic, Julie embarks on a desperate quest to reclaim her lost love. In a world divided between North and South, she cunningly plays the two against each other in her pursuit. However, when Preston returns, Julie discovers that her efforts may have been in vain. Surrounded by a city in crisis and a love that might be lost forever, Julie must face the consequences of her actions, leading to a climax that will leave viewers in suspense until the very end. With a surprising twist, Jezebel is a riveting portrayal of a woman's quest for redemption and the price she must pay for her defiant spirit.

Jezebel is a drama movie featuring Bette Davis.

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