Newman is very assured, in this only his second feature. He plays the POW home from Korea accused of selling out his country to the Reds.
This is a compassionate film which explores all sides of the argument with understanding and restraint. The prosecution aren't hysterical witch-hunters, and the defence aren't wet-eyed bleeding-hearts. A serious set of issues is explored in an evenhanded but yet passionate manner.
This is fascinating drama - very much of its time and it has dated but that only seems to add to its value.
The ending is ambiguous and may well lead to a heated debate in your family.
I recommend it highly.
This is a compassionate film which explores all sides of the argument with understanding and restraint. The prosecution aren't hysterical witch-hunters, and the defence aren't wet-eyed bleeding-hearts. A serious set of issues is explored in an evenhanded but yet passionate manner.
This is fascinating drama - very much of its time and it has dated but that only seems to add to its value.
The ending is ambiguous and may well lead to a heated debate in your family.
I recommend it highly.