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When Celia Crowson is called up for war service, she hopes for a glamorous job in one of the services, but as a single girl, she is directed into a factory making aircraft parts. Here she meets other girls from all different walks of life and begins a relationship with a young airman.
During World War II, aspiring actress Celia Crowne gets a job on an aircraft assembly line to support the war effort. She forms a strong bond with her fellow workers, particularly fellow factory girl Mary. Celia finds herself drawn to Fred, a charming pilot, while Mary falls for a soldier named Bill. The film follows their lives, loves, and sacrifices as they contribute to the war from the home front.
Millions Like Us was generally well-received by critics for its realistic portrayal of women working in wartime factories and its blend of romance and patriotic sentiment. It was seen as a morale-booster during the war and praised for its performances, particularly from Ginger Rogers.
Praised for its authentic depiction of women on the home front during WWII.
Ginger Rogers delivers a compelling performance as a factory worker.
The film successfully balances romantic subplots with patriotic themes.
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The film was one of several RKO Pictures productions made during World War II that aimed to boost morale and showcase the contributions of women in the war effort.
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This is a super little compendium of stories that celebrates the roles performed by women in Britain during WWII. Patricia Roc is "Celia" who is called up to help out - ending up in an aircraft factory making a vital, but somewhat unglamoro...