As with most Hollywood movies of most eras, this film's portrayal of Edna Gladney is far from accurate. But then again, that wasn't the point, was it? What was the point? A starring vehicle for Greer Garson. I am one of those people who believe that Garson was one of the greatest of the actresses around in the 1940s and into the 1950s. So that's the reason I watched this film; I love Greer Garson. And despite the inaccuracy of the film in terms of biography, Garson doesn't disappoint in her portrayal.
I suppose the general topic -- illegitimacy -- was a problem for this film, even in the 1940s. That may be a reason for some of the inaccuracies about the main character and her story. So, just take it as a movie script, not a biography; that way it's a great story.
In addition to Garson in the main role, Walter Pidgeon is here as her Texan husband. This was their first film (of many) together. They fit together well, and Pidgeon was excellent in the role. Felix Bressart -- a wonderful character actor -- plays the doctor who helps Garson develop homes for illegitimate orphans. He doesn't disappoint either. Pat Barker as the child Tony is remarkable, but it seems as if this was his only screen role.
This is not one of Garson's films which will wind up on my DVD shelf, but I enjoyed it.
I suppose the general topic -- illegitimacy -- was a problem for this film, even in the 1940s. That may be a reason for some of the inaccuracies about the main character and her story. So, just take it as a movie script, not a biography; that way it's a great story.
In addition to Garson in the main role, Walter Pidgeon is here as her Texan husband. This was their first film (of many) together. They fit together well, and Pidgeon was excellent in the role. Felix Bressart -- a wonderful character actor -- plays the doctor who helps Garson develop homes for illegitimate orphans. He doesn't disappoint either. Pat Barker as the child Tony is remarkable, but it seems as if this was his only screen role.
This is not one of Garson's films which will wind up on my DVD shelf, but I enjoyed it.