Lilith (film)

Lilith (1964) is a 1964 American film written, produced, and directed by Robert Rossen, starring Warren Beatty, Jean Seberg, Peter Fonda, Kim Hunter and Gene Hackman.

Based on the homonymous novel published in 1961, by J. R. Salamanca.

Plot

Lilith (Jean Seberg) is a patient at a wealthy nursing home who behaves mysteriously. He seems like he creates something magical around her. A new therapist named Vincent Bruce (Warren Beatty) has a dark past that he doesn't talk about. Vincent is drawn to Lilith's quirky personality. Little by little the relationship between the two intensifies, especially when they begin to understand each other. The relationship will lead them to an unexpected conclusion.

Cast

• Warren Beatty - Vincent Bruce
• Jean Seberg - Lilith Arthur
• Peter Fonda - Stephen Evshevsky
• Kim Hunter - Dr. Bea Brice
• Anne Meacham - Yvonne Meaghan
• Jessica Walter - Laura.
• Gene Hackman - Norman

Candidacies

• Golden Globe Award 1965: the best movie actress - drama (Jean Seberg)

Comments

It was Gene Hackman's first role in a film.

It was the last film directed by Robert Rossen.

It was shot at Chestnut Lodge (Rockville, Maryland, United States).