I have seen this film several times over the years. It is typical of the films made during WW II, in that is promotes patriotism and implies that sacrificing young men is a worthwhile venture.
The aspect that strikes me as odd is the narration that rhymes. It took me a few viewings to realize that was what it was. The cast does a fine job, but the story is a bit too sweet and predictable.
Dunne is wonderful, as are the character actors Smith, Morgan and Witty. It is fun seeing Elizabeth Taylor and Roddy McDowell together again after they appeared in Lassie Come Home.
It ranks up there with Mrs. Minver in my opinion - minus the rhyming narration.
The aspect that strikes me as odd is the narration that rhymes. It took me a few viewings to realize that was what it was. The cast does a fine job, but the story is a bit too sweet and predictable.
Dunne is wonderful, as are the character actors Smith, Morgan and Witty. It is fun seeing Elizabeth Taylor and Roddy McDowell together again after they appeared in Lassie Come Home.
It ranks up there with Mrs. Minver in my opinion - minus the rhyming narration.