Zinnemann's film is based on account by playwright Lillian Hellman of a wealthy childhood friend who turned her back on privilege to follow her ideals and to support victims of the Nazi regime in Germany prior to WWII. The film won prizes for its screenplay and for Redgrave’s and Robards’ fantastic performances.
Julia (1977)
Oscar-winning period drama starring Jane Fonda and Vanessa Redgrave.
- 1977 USA
- Directed by
- Fred Zinnemann
- Produced by
- Richard Roth
- Written by
- Alvin Sargent
- Featuring
- Jane Fonda, Vanessa Redgrave, Jason Robards
- Running time
- 117 minutes