He stayed the course, and the picture eventually ended up atBettes old home, Warner Brothers.
She called the 1950s 10 dark years.
The actress received an Oscar nomination for the part and was the favorite to win in many circles.
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Indeed, Bette had made quite the impression with the role.
The picture certainly revived her career and was soon followed up by a number of interesting pictures.
Whatever Happened to Baby Jane?wasa groundbreaking picture that led to other interesting roles for Davis.
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She once again teamed up with Aldrich and,for a time, CrawfordforHush… Hush Sweet Charlotte.
It makes for a deliciously darkSouthern Gothic filmthat is often unfairly put inBaby Janes shadow.
In many ways, it reflected what Davis always sought to do during her heyday: push boundaries.
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No one knew this better than Davis, who was constantly cast in these sorts of pictures.
attempt to imagine anyone else playing Margo Channing.
However, for many,Whatever Happened to Baby Jane?remains her greatest legacy.
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