A FILM TO REMEMBER: “PORTRAIT OF JENNIE” (1948)

Photograph of film poster with a display of scene images from “Portrait of Jennie”.

Before I get into this, I want to make mention “A FILM TO REMEMBER” will be a series about films that have reached a milestone anniversary since their origin in being culturally, historically, or aesthetically significant. The articles will contain the film’s plot outline, director, cast, a compilation of trivialities, various photos, movie trailer, critical reception and more. So, let’s start:

We are here to mark the celebration of the 70th Anniversary of William Dieterle’s “Portrait of Jennie”. Let’s take an inside look at the film:

PLOT OUTLINE:

A talented but struggling artist in Depression era New York who has never been able to find inspiration for a painting. One day, after he finally finds someone to buy a painting from him, a pretty but odd young girl appears and strikes up an unusual friendship with him.

Still image of filmmaker William Dieterle.

STUDIO:

Selznick Releasing Organization

DIRECTOR:

William Dieterle

CAST:

• Jennifer Jones … Jennie Appleton
• Joseph Cotten … Eben Adams