Pygmalion (1938)
Criterion | 1938 | 90 min | Not rated | Feb 10, 2009
IMDb7.1
•2009•90 minutesDescription
A linguistics professor makes a bet that he can transforma Cockney flower girl into a refined lady by teaching her proper speech and etiquette. As he tutors her, she gains confidence and moves in high society, challenging class distinctions and social expectations. Their relationship evolves, revealing deeper emotional complexities beyond the lessons. The story explores themes of identity, class, and transformation, highlighting the power of language in shaping one's destiny and self-worth.
Video
Codec: MPEG-2
Encoding format: 4:3
Resolution: 480i (NTSC)
Aspect ratio: 1.33:1
Original aspect ratio: 1.37:1
Audio
English: Dolby Digital Mono
English: Dolby Digital Mono (less)
Subtitles
English SDH
English SDH (less)
Discs
DVD
Single disc (1 DVD-5)
Packaging
Playback
Region 1
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