Ava Gardner: Life Is Bigger Than the Movies

Ava Gardner: Life Is Bigger Than the Movies (2017) is a documentary that celebrates the life and legacy of Hollywood icon Ava Gardner, played by herself in archive footage alongside other legendary figures such as Frank Sinatra, Mickey Rooney, Artie Shaw, and Ernest Hemingway. The film showcases Gardner's larger-than-life personality and her enduring impact on popular culture. Through her relationships with notable individuals, Gardner's story is told in a way that highlights both her captivating performances and her fiery spirit off-screen.