Actress Margaret Elliot is well past her prime but refuses to retire from the acting business. Despite entreaties from both her daughter, Gretchen, and one-time professional colleague Jim Johannsen, Margaret remains convinced that she can regain her former glory. As she sets her sights on a coveted Hollywood role, Johannsen tries doggedly to get his unrequited love to see the folly of her ways.
        
        
                
            Directed by:
                        Stuart Heisler                    
        
                
            Starring:
                        Bette Davis,                        Sterling Hayden,                        Natalie Wood,                        Warner Anderson,                        Minor Watson,                        June Travis