The Great Lie (1941)

When his marriage to Mary Astor is deemed invalid, George Brent returns to old flame Bette Davis. Unfortunately Mary got pregnant during their short time together, a fact that does not become clear until George disappeared during a business trip to Brazil. It’s a weird far-fetched plot, but well acted all around particularly during the scenes between the two women. I was glad to see two McDaniel siblings, Hattie and Sam, in larger, interacting roles, though of course they’re both still servants.

Oscar Win: Best Actress in a Supporting Role