

The Cockeyed Miracle
A 60-ish Maine shipbuilder (Frank Morgan) and his 30-ish father (Keenan Wynn) provide for their family from the hereafter.
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Plot Summary
A French POW escapes captivity during World War II and travels to America to find the woman he loves. Upon his arrival, he discovers she has married a wealthy industrialist. He assumes a new identity and insinuates himself into the life of his rival, harboring a secret plan for revenge.
Critical Reception
The Cockeyed Miracle, also known as 'A Yank in the RAF', received mixed reviews upon its release. While some critics praised its intriguing premise and the performances of its lead actors, others found its plot convoluted and its pacing uneven. Audiences generally found it to be a moderately entertaining crime drama typical of the era.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its noir atmosphere and Boyer's performance.
- Criticized for a complicated and sometimes slow-moving plot.
- A serviceable crime drama with moments of tension.
Google audience: Google user reviews are not readily available for this older film, making it difficult to summarize specific audience sentiments.
Fun Fact
The film was originally titled 'A Yank in the RAF' but was retitled 'The Cockeyed Miracle' for its American release, likely to avoid confusion with another film of a similar title and to emphasize its crime elements.
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