Sunrise at Campobello

Sunrise at Campobello (1960)

  • 100% of critics liked it
    (7 reviews)

  • 66% of users liked it
    (138 ratings)

One of only two theatrical features by television director Vincent J. Donahue, Sunrise at Campobello is a biography of President Franklin D. Roosevelt that attempts to illustrate the statesman's courageous battle against infantile paralysis and his political foes. While in the prime of his life,… More

PG,
Directed By
Written By
Dore Schary
Genres
Drama, Classics
In Theaters
Sep 28, 1960 Wide

Critic Reviews

  • Variety Staff, Variety

    In the journey from stage to screen this chapter from the life of Franklin Delano Roosevelt loses none of its poignant and inspirational qualities, none of its humor and pathos.

  • Bosley Crowther, New York Times

    A well-done, moving biographical film.

  • Emanuel Levy, EmanuelLevy.Com

    Greer Garson received her seventh Best Actress Oscar nomination for playing Eleanor Roosevelt in this conventional biopic, based on the Broadway play.

  • , TV Guide's Movie Guide

    A heartwarming look at the early years of Franklin D. Roosevelt.

  • Dennis Schwartz, Ozus' World Movie Reviews

    Inspirational biopic on the only American president to be elected for four terms.

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    Good old fashioned biography of FDR's struggle against polio and his journey back to the political arena. Good supporting performances and a handsome production add luster to this but the real strength of it is in the performances of Greer Garson as Eleanor and especially Ralph… More

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