The struggles of three American servicemen returning from WWII.

Rating: 9/10 (20 September 2014)

The stories of American combatants under the psychological stress of returning from World War II is often left out of the narrative of American participation in the conflict. Here Wyler strikes an incredible tone that is full of angst and yet lives in periods of silence, handled brilliantly by a group of actors who play their roles authentically from the heart. In particular, Frederick March allows a sensitive script to shine through his portrayal of a successful businessman whose war experiences end up altering his life's priorities. Teresa Wright, Dana Andrews, Harold Russell, Cathy O'Donnell, Virginia Mayo (in one of her best performances), and Myrna Loy round off a cast clearly dedicated to bringing alive Wyler's concept.