A powerful film that deals with the hardships some war veterans have adjusting to civilian life

Rating: 7/10 (31 October 2018)

The Best Years of Our Lives is a powerful film that deals with the hardships some war veterans have adjusting to civilian life. It is a well-made movie and it features a number of powerful performances - in particular Harold Russell as Homer Parrish. However, the run time is unnecessarily long (172 minutes) and the story drags in certain scenes. It's a Wonderful Life may be the most memorable film of 1946, but this Best Picture winner is definitely worth watching.