Behind the light, a silent battle
Behind this dazzling career lay a more fragile reality. Vivien Leigh struggled for a long time with mood disorders, at a time when these issues were poorly understood. This inner suffering profoundly marked her personal life and her marriage, without ever extinguishing her love of acting.
On the contrary, this heightened sensitivity seemed to fuel her talent. Even in the most difficult moments, she returned to the stage, carried by an impressive inner strength.