Rita Hayworth created her Hollywood “Love Goddess” legend in this custom-made romantic drama, the first of several pairings with co-star Glenn Ford. One-time flames Johnny and Gilda resume their tempestuous tango after they are pulled into the orbit of a shady and sinister casino operator in Buenos Aires (George Macready). The film’s startling sexual symbolism slipped past Hollywood censors (and most viewers) at the time; today, GILDA is regarded as one of the greatest examples of a director “working around” the Production Code. The plot may be shaky, but Hayworth’s incandescent sex appeal overwhelms any quibbling. One of the most iconic noir films of all-time.
Thank you to our sponsors Aimsir Distilling Company.
In general, the Hollywood Theatre does not provide content advisories about the subject matter shown in our theatre. Films exhibited don’t necessarily reflect the views of the Hollywood Theatre. Information about content and age-appropriateness for specific films can be found on Common Sense Media and DoesTheDogDie.com.