When Ken is shot in battle, he loses the use of both his legs. In the hospital, he spends his time mired in self-pity, making little effort to respond to treatment. After much encouragement from his devoted fiancée, Ellen, he finally consents to let kindly Dr. Brock help him and is determined to be able to stand up on his wedding day. However, he and Ellen begin to question whether they're truly ready to accept the burden of his disability.
Nominated for 1 Oscar. 4 wins & 3 nominations total
Top Critics Reviews
fresh:
Producer Stanley Kramer turns to the difficult cinematic subject of paraplegics, so expertly treated as to be sensitive, moving and yet, withal, entertaining and earthy-humored.
– Variety Staff,
Variety,
1 Nov 2007
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Even in his first movie, Brando's ability to transcend mediocre material is very much in evidence.
– Geoff Andrew,
Time Out,
9 Feb 2006
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Stern in its intimations of the terrible consequences of war, this film is a haunting and affecting, as well as a rewarding, drama to have at this time.