This is one of about 9 films that Greer Garson and Walter Pidgeon made together and all of them are well worth watching. MGM found an excellent combination of the two actors and usually had the best writing and direction in their films--and this one is no exception.
The story is about Sam and Edna Gladney. The couple had one child who was tragically killed and the couple couldn't have any more kids. So instead, they invested their lives caring for orphans and other needy children. It's all very inspirational and sweet--and, believe it or not, it reminded me of such Garson/Pidgeon films as "Madame Curie" in style as well as what will ultimately happen to poor Walter! Well made all around. Some might find it all a bit too sweet, but I enjoy a film like this now and again.
The story is about Sam and Edna Gladney. The couple had one child who was tragically killed and the couple couldn't have any more kids. So instead, they invested their lives caring for orphans and other needy children. It's all very inspirational and sweet--and, believe it or not, it reminded me of such Garson/Pidgeon films as "Madame Curie" in style as well as what will ultimately happen to poor Walter! Well made all around. Some might find it all a bit too sweet, but I enjoy a film like this now and again.