UK,
1969, 116 min
Directed by:
Ronald NeameScreenplay:
Jay Presson AllenCinematography:
Ted MooreComposer:
Rod McKuenCast:
Maggie Smith, Pamela Franklin, Gordon Jackson, Celia Johnson, Diane Grayson, Robert Stephens, Jane Carr, Molly Weir, Rona Anderson, Helen Worth, Ann Way (more)Plots(1)
An inspiration to the young girls she teaches and a challenge to the 1932 Edinburgh school who retains her services, Jean Brodie (Smith) espouses her wisdom on art and music, defends fascism, and otherwise encourages fiercely independent thinking in her students. As she engages in ongoing battles with the school’s rigid heads and bewilders two men in love with her, Miss Brodie also faces the biggest trial of her life when her career and livelihood become threatened. (official distributor synopsis)
(more)Awards
- Winner
- Nominations
Academy Awards
- 1970 - Maggie Smith (Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role)
- 1970 - Best Achievement in Music Written for Motion Pictures (Original Song)
British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA)
- 1970 - Maggie Smith (Best Leading Actress)
- 1970 - Celia Johnson (Best Supporting Actress)
- 1970 - Pamela Franklin (Best Supporting Actress)
Golden Globes
- 1970 - Rod McKuen (Best Original Song)
- 1970 - Best Motion Picture – Drama
- 1970 - Maggie Smith (Best Actress in a Motion Picture – Drama)
New York Film Critics Circle Awards
- 1969 - Maggie Smith (Best Actress)
Cannes Film Festival
- 1969 - Ronald Neame (Grand Prix International du Festival (1964-1974))