My Cousin Rachel (film)

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My Cousin Rachel is a 1952 mystery film/romance film directed by Henry Koster and starred Olivia de Havilland, Richard Burton, Audrey Dalton, Ronald Squire, George Dolenz and John Sutton. The film is based on the novel by Daphne du Maurier.

[edit] Plot summary

When Philip Ashley's (Burton) much-loved (and rich) cousin Ambrose (Sutton) dies, he is convinced that Ambrose was murdered by his new wife Rachel (de Havilland) to inherit his wealth. But when he meets Rachel and falls in love with her, he knows that his suspicions must have been unfounded. But were they, or is it Rachel just trying to use Philip to get at the estate Ambrose left to him instead of her? And will she murder him next?

[edit] Awards and nominations

• Best Supporting Actor (nomination) - Richard Burton

[edit] External links

• My Cousin Rachel at the Internet Movie Database

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