A Feud to Inspire

Joan Crawford in a publicity photo for Letty Lynton (1932).

Bette Davis in a publicity photo for Jezebel (1938).

If you watched the television miniseries Feud: Bette and Joan (2017), I hope it has inspired you to delve into the careers of Joan Crawford and Bette Davis. I personally have been fans of both of them for years (especially Crawford) so, I have already seen many of their films, but if you have not, you're in for a treat! Even if the miniseries did not always seem to be accurate in it's portrayal of the events that took place, it has brought the awareness of these two incredibly talented actresses to today's public. Both Crawford and Davis made many contributions to acting and the film industry. And I must note that the film industry is and has always been brutal and I mean BRUTAL. They were not perfect ladies (well no one is quite frankly), but I admire them greatly for their perseverance, talent, beauty, and dedication to their craft.

Joan Crawford with her Oscar for Best Actress in 1946 for Mildred Pierce (1945).

Bette Davis with her second Oscar for Best Actress in 1939 for Jezebel (1938).

I usually have preferred Crawford to Davis in their acting styles, but I enjoy watching both of their movies. My favorite Crawford movies are Mildred Pierce (1945), which she won an Oscar for Best Actress, Grand Hotel (1932), Our Dancing Daughters (1928), and Our Blushing Brides (1930). My favorite Bette Davis movies are Jezebel (1938), which she won her second Oscar for Best Actress, Now, Voyager (1942), Dark Victory (1939), and All About Eve (1950). Watch their movies! Read biographies about them! Remember them!

Joan Crawford photographed by George Hurrell.

Bette Davis photographed by George Hurrell.

Joan Crawford photographed by George Hurrell.

Bette Davis photographed by George Hurrell.

Joan Crawford photographed by George Hurrell.

Bette Davis photographed by George Hurrell.

Side note: the reason why I choose all Hurrell photographs of Crawford and Davis is because I believe he took the best pictures to show the beauty and intensity of these two ladies. Especially with their eyes.