Mrs. Parkington

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Ronald F Mrs. Parkington is a lavish and beautifully crafted film, brought to life through the expert direction of Tay Garnett and the impeccable performances of Greer Garson and Walter Pidgeon. The production, in all its grandeur, transports viewers to the opulent world of high society, with stunning period costumes and elegant sets that perfectly encapsulate the era’s splendor. It would have been truly spectacular in color. Greer Garson, in particular, delivers a commanding and nuanced portrayal of the resilient and charming Mrs. Parkington. Her performance captures the complexities of a woman navigating the excesses and follies of the wealthy, adding depth to the film’s exploration of privilege, power, and moral dilemmas. Walter Pidgeon’s strong presence complements Garson’s in a way that elevates the emotional stakes of the story. Together, they create a powerful and moving narrative, seamlessly weaving through the trials and triumphs of the Parkington family. The film offers not only a spectacle of riches but also a thoughtful reflection on the personal cost of wealth and the enduring strength of character amidst it all. It is a classic in every sense, with Garson’s performance being the true heart of this splendid cinematic experience. Rated 4/5 Stars •  Rated 4 out of 5 stars 10/10/24 Full Review steve d Forgettable and there was little plot. Rated 2/5 Stars •  Rated 2 out of 5 stars 03/30/23 Full Review ashley h Mrs. Parkington is an excellent film. It is about a widowed matriarch who reminisces about her family fortunes, including her romance with a financier/mine owner. Greer Garson and Walter Pidgeon give amazing performances. The screenplay is well written. Tay Garnett did a great job directing this movie. I enjoyed watching this motion picture because of the drama and romance. Mrs. Parkington is a must see. Rated 5/5 Stars •  Rated 5 out of 5 stars 03/31/23 Full Review s r A cute romance about rags to riches and husband wife struggles. It grew on me. Rated 3/5 Stars •  Rated 3 out of 5 stars 03/31/23 Full Review Audience Member Good classic movie. Nice story that moves fast through the lives of a family of a rich guy meets poor girl drams. Some of the characters were hard to figure out who they were such as Amory - the corrupt money-hungry guy. Or, what was Peter Lawford's role? Anyway, fun money to watch without bad language, sex, violence and vulgarity of 2015 movies. Rated 4.5/5 Stars •  Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 01/19/23 Full Review Audience Member Tay Garnett's resplendent black-and-white MS. PARKINGTON represents one of eight Garson-Pidgeon star-vehicles, it is a vintage family saga of our titular heroine Susie Parkington (Garson), a rich matron starts with a humble beginning as a chambermaid, when a mine explosion takes her mother's life away, out of guilt and admiration, Major Augustus Tarkington (Pidgeon) marries her and spirits her away to New York, so she can get a luxurious life a woman can ever dream of. She gets some advice to adopt the lifestyle of beau monde from a French aristocrat Baroness Aspasia Conti (Moorehead), who is also Major's confidant. And a new but tumultuous page of life opens and Susie gives her best shot to manage a perfect marriage with a dignitary and grows up to be an exemplar who knows and accomplishes a woman's true worth, heightened by a dramatic presentation of an inopportune situation when most of their dinner guests are in absentia for their fancy reception and bookended by a vignette in London involves Edward, Prince of Wales (Kellaway). keep reading my review on my blog: http://wp.me/p1eXom-1VQ Rated 3.5/5 Stars •  Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 02/16/23 Full Review Read all reviews

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