The Devil Makes Three

During the final days of World War II, a downed American pilot is stranded in the Bavarian Alps. He is taken in by a young German woman and her family, who are hiding Jewish refugees. As they try to protect the refugees from the encroaching Nazi regime, the pilot and the woman fall in love amidst the chaos and danger of the war-torn landscape. Their efforts to survive and escape become a race against time and the escalating brutality of the conflict.

The Devil Makes Three received mixed reviews, with some critics praising its emotional depth and Gene Kelly's dramatic performance, while others found the plot predictable and the romantic elements unconvincing. The film was a moderate box office success, appealing to audiences looking for wartime dramas with a romantic subplot.

• Praised for its earnest performances, particularly from Gene Kelly and Pier Angeli.
• Noted for its attempts at a sensitive portrayal of wartime romance and moral dilemmas.
• Some critics found the narrative overly sentimental and not entirely believable.

Google audience: Audience reception for this film is not readily available through aggregated Google user reviews. However, contemporary discussions and reviews often highlight its dramatic narrative and the performances of its lead actors.

While Gene Kelly was renowned for his musical talents, this film showcased his abilities as a dramatic actor, a departure from his more famous song-and-dance roles.