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Soldier's Girl
Anita, a free Emilian girl falls in love with Salvatore, a Neapolitan bersagliere. The two would like to get married, but he drowns while bathing in the river. From that moment the woman is unable to love anyone else because, at the most beautiful, the ghost of her fiancé appears to her who, in the end, will be able to be followed in the other world.
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Plot Summary
In this wartime drama, a lonely American soldier stationed in Italy during World War II forms a complicated relationship with a local woman. Their connection is tested by the harsh realities of war and the prejudices of those around them. The film explores themes of love, loss, and the human cost of conflict.
Critical Reception
Soldier's Girl received a mixed reception upon its release, with critics often divided on its pacing and thematic execution. While some praised its performances, particularly Robert Redford's, others found the narrative to be somewhat formulaic for its genre.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its earnest performances and attempt to explore the human side of wartime relationships.
Criticized for a predictable plot and occasionally sluggish pacing.
The film's stark portrayal of the era's social dynamics was noted by some reviewers.
Google audience: Audience reviews for Soldier's Girl are scarce, but general sentiment suggests appreciation for the period setting and the emotional performances, though some found the story to be less impactful than other war dramas of the time.
Fun Fact
Despite being released in 1967, the film is set during World War II, highlighting the lasting impact of the conflict on cinematic storytelling.
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