The Three Faces Of Eve (1957) -

Released during a pivotal era for psychiatry in Hollywood, (1957) stands as a landmark psychological drama . Based on the real-life case of Chris Costner Sizemore , it introduced audiences to what was then known as "Multiple Personality Disorder" (now Dissociative Identity Disorder) with a sensitivity—and sensationalism—that still sparks debate today.

: A "wild child" and reckless barfly who is aware of Eve White’s life but holds her in contempt. The Three Faces of Eve (1957)

: A timid, "mousy," and self-effacing housewife and mother suffering from severe headaches and blackouts. Released during a pivotal era for psychiatry in

The film is arguably best known for the stellar performance of , who won the Academy Award for Best Actress for her portrayal of three distinct personalities: : A timid, "mousy," and self-effacing housewife and

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: A relatively stable and level-headed third personality that emerges during treatment to help the doctors untangle Eve’s fractured psyche. The True Story vs. The Screen The Three Faces of Eve (1957) | Garbo Laughs