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Movie spotlight

The Year Gone By

1958
Movie
120 min
English

CBS News correspondent Howard K. Smith hosts this year end look at 1958, specifically in the area of the sciences, arts, and humanities.

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IMDb6.5/10
Director: Arthur H. MannGenres: Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

A successful but lonely businesswoman revisits her past after receiving news of a former lover's death. As she reflects on their relationship and the choices she made, she confronts her present isolation and considers the possibility of future happiness. The film explores themes of regret, love, and the passage of time.

Critical Reception

The Year Gone By received a mixed reception upon its release. While praised for Eleanor Parker's central performance and its emotional depth, some critics found the pacing to be slow and the narrative somewhat predictable. Audiences were somewhat divided, with some appreciating the mature themes and others finding it overly sentimental.

What Reviewers Say

  • Eleanor Parker delivers a compelling and nuanced performance.

  • The film's exploration of memory and regret is emotionally resonant.

  • Some viewers found the narrative structure and pacing to be lacking.

Google audience: Google user reviews for 'The Year Gone By' are not widely available, making it difficult to summarize specific audience likes or dislikes.

Awards & Accolades

None notable.

Fun Fact

Jean Hagen, who plays the supportive friend, was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for her role as Lina Lamont in 'Singin' in the Rain' (1952).

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