Calling Hedy Lamarr
A film about the world's most beautiful woman, a Hollywood goddess and her forgotten breakthrough invention that revolutionized mobile phones. A film about a mother, an emancipated woman and a failed life. The Hedy Lamarr Story tells her tale as a fusion of modern myths, constructed legends and true stories.
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📋 Film Details
| Year | 2006 |
| Country | Austria, Germany, United Kingdom |
| Genre | Documentary |
| Director | Georg Misch |
| Runtime | 72 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 7.0/10 (4 votes) |
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🎬 MovieFinder's Take
The film constructs a compelling narrative detective story, piecing together archival footage, interviews, and Lamarr's own voice recordings. It explores the machinery of myth-making and the tragic chasm between public persona and private genius, using her invention as a powerful metaphor for invisible legacy.
What lingers after the credits is not just admiration for Lamarr's mind, but a sobering reflection on how society systematically dismissed her intellect. This documentary is a vital correction to the historical record. — MovieFinder Editorial
Director: Georg Misch
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