Mayerling

Rudolf, the only heir to Emperor Franz Josef of Austria-Hungary, is trapped in a loveless marriage to a Belgian princess. As he seeks to flee his stifling environment, he meets the beautiful Maria, and the two enter into a scandalous affair. Despite the interference of the Emperor, the couple refuse to give each other up.

Director: Anatole Litvak

Cast: Charles Boyer, Danielle Darrieux, Jean Dax, Yolande Laffon, Suzy Prim, Gina Manès, Marthe Régnier, Odette Talazac

Audience-only score — full critic data not yet in the ReelXO vault.