Jane Wyman has made every type of film there is. She had been miscast in comedic and romantic roles. She is best as the independent woman, struggling and succeeding on her own. She gives a great performance in this film.
The beginning is awkward, since it starts with a romance with Sterling Hayden. Their scenes are awkward, and not because of the disturbing mental pictures you get because of her 5'2" height to his 6'4" frame. Neither is suited fir romantic scenes,
The middle is all about Jane's character is the best.
The last third of the film just falls apart. The focus switches to the son, who has changed from the sweet boy to an ambitious man.
It is still worth watching.
The beginning is awkward, since it starts with a romance with Sterling Hayden. Their scenes are awkward, and not because of the disturbing mental pictures you get because of her 5'2" height to his 6'4" frame. Neither is suited fir romantic scenes,
The middle is all about Jane's character is the best.
The last third of the film just falls apart. The focus switches to the son, who has changed from the sweet boy to an ambitious man.
It is still worth watching.