The Best Years of Our Lives
Cathy O'Donnell, Dana Andrews, Fredric March
A memorable film about the aftermath of World War II in the United States., this film opens with the homecoming of three veterans to the same small town. The movie exposes the reality of altered lives...( read more
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DVD Released: October 30, 1997
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January 21, 2009Many memorable scenes, including Frederic March's speech. Well deserving multi-oscar winner. Highly Recommended.
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November 19, 2008Another social issue movie of the 40's. A topic that continues to be an issue in society since, returning vets adjusting to home life. One performer stands out exceptionally- Harold Russel! He was not an actor, but a real vet, and you can tell his performance is pure truth. E... ...( read more )
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September 15, 2008"You know, I had a dream. I dreamt I was home. I've had that same dream hundreds of times before. This time, I wanted to find out if it's really true. Am I really home?"
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William Wyler's The Best Years of Our Lives is a landmark post-WWII production. The collec... -
August 23, 2008The Best Years of Our Lives is an extremely long but well-constructed and well put together movie. It chronicles the struggles of American servicemen coming home from WWII from all imaginable angles. Great and solid performances all around from Frederic March, Dana Andrews, Myrna... ...( read more )
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July 1, 2009Truly groundbreaking film about reconciling life while coping with the trauma of war. Somehow the film manages to not be heavy-handed. March is fantastic. Recommended for everyone.
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January 4, 2008
Roger Ebert, Chicago Sun-Times
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