Revenge
Revenge

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Revenge

1946
Movie
80 min
Italian

A man comes home from the war and finds both his plant and his family destroyed.

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IMDb6.5/10
Director: Edmund GouldingGenres: Drama, Romance, War

Plot Summary

In the throes of World War II, a lonely American pilot stationed in the South Pacific falls for a mysterious woman with a tragic past. Their burgeoning romance is complicated by the war and the woman's lingering trauma, leading to a complex web of emotions and difficult choices as they navigate their feelings amidst the conflict.

Critical Reception

Revenge received a mixed reception upon its release. While some critics praised its melodramatic intensity and the performances of its lead actors, others found the plot to be overly sentimental and predictable. The film's exploration of wartime romance and trauma was noted, but it did not achieve widespread critical acclaim.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its emotional depth and the performances of its leads.

  • Criticized for a plot that some found overly sentimental and predictable.

  • Noted for its depiction of wartime romance and its psychological elements.

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Fun Fact

Ann Sheridan, known for her roles as a tough, independent woman, plays a character wrestling with deep emotional scars in 'Revenge', showcasing a different facet of her acting range.

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