BeSpire TV on Instagram: "“Mildred Pierce” (1945) is a gripping film noir directed by Michael Curtiz, based on the novel by James M. Cain. The story centers on Mildred Pierce, played by Joan Crawford in an Oscar-winning performance, who is a resilient and determined mother. After separating from her unfaithful husband, Bert, Mildred strives to create a better life for her two daughters, Veda and Ray.Starting with a waitressing job, Mildred’s tenacity leads her to build a successful restaurant bu