When taken in context for the decade/century it was released, this film tries hard to deal with the concept of the grief process. In an outmoded and obsolete attempt to quantify the main character's depression, he's described as potentially psychotic. On the flip side, some of his behavior is spot on with what we now call PTSD.
The acting and direction vacillates between lackluster and spot on. Jean Hagen, in a small role, knocks it out of the park as usual. Milland's performance when he has to cry feels a bit forced; otherwise, he does a good job. Miss Nancy's character ties everything together, borderline what authors describe as the Fairy Godmother character.
A bit above average, but not necessarily something to seek out watching unless you're a big fan of one or more members of the cast or crew.
The acting and direction vacillates between lackluster and spot on. Jean Hagen, in a small role, knocks it out of the park as usual. Milland's performance when he has to cry feels a bit forced; otherwise, he does a good job. Miss Nancy's character ties everything together, borderline what authors describe as the Fairy Godmother character.
A bit above average, but not necessarily something to seek out watching unless you're a big fan of one or more members of the cast or crew.