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Duketogo1300

For a debut film that beats out the career peaks from so many other directors, I guess I stumble a bit when I hear it being called 'piss-poor'. Even for Dorothy McGuire's quiet and subtle performance alone, this film is clearly good. I found this more moving and true-to-life than On the Waterfront, though not by much. It really grabs you by the soul.

10 years 10 months ago

Timec

It's not one of my favorite films, but I can't imagine finding a film like this "piss-poor." It's solid filmmaking, with memorable characters and some genuinely moving moments.

12 years 9 months ago

monty

Sentimental and endearing, a quintessential Forties masterpiece. James Dunn and Peggy Ann Garner are beyond fantastic.

12 years 11 months ago

ucuruju

Sad to the point of abject cruelty-- verging on maudlin ("cut the mush" would've been good advice). It does still hit hard and true. I think the film could've wrapped up right after tragedy struck and wet blanket Mama Nolan learned her lesson about the need for beauty and dreams in this hellhole of a life. However, there's something pretty or affecting in almost every scene. So recommended with some mild reservations. Be prepared to cry.

2 years 2 months ago