Vivien Leigh as Scarlett O’Hara

In the iconic 1939 film “Gone with the Wind,” Vivien Leigh captivated audiences as Scarlett O’Hara, a Southern belle with English roots. Yet, behind the scenes, Leigh’s journey was anything but glamorous. Arriving in Los Angeles for filming, she struggled with manic episodes and proved challenging to work with, casting a shadow of doubt over the movie’s success.

To make matters worse, Leigh harbored pessimistic views, convinced that the film would flop. Her partner, Laurence Olivier, shared her bleak outlook, pondering their next career moves in anticipation of failure. Despite their initial reservations, “Gone with the Wind” went on to become a cinematic masterpiece, solidifying Leigh’s place in Hollywood history.