The Men (1950)
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Reviews Counted: 11 Fresh: 8 Rotten:3 Average Rating: 7.1/10
Runtime: 85 mins
Synopsis:
Brando made his film debut in this finely acted drama in which he portrays an ex-G.I. who was seriously wounded during the war. As the result of his injuries, the crippled soldier becomes increasingly bitter, and almost loses his very will to live. Academy Award Nominations: Best Story and... [More]
Genre: Dramas
Starring: Marlon Brando, Teresa Wright, Everett Sloane, Jack Webb, Richard Erdman
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This was Marlon Brando's film debut and, as such, set standards not only for his fellow actors but for himself.
11/01/07 04:58 PM
Producer Stanley Kramer turns to the difficult cinematic subject of paraplegics, so expertly treated as to be sensitive, moving and yet, withal, entertaining and earthy-humored.
11/01/07 04:57 PM
Top Critic Brando's first movie is a syrupy soap opera-like Stanley Kramer produced social conscience message movie.
05/01/07 08:23 PM
Zinnemann's film, one of Hollywood's first and most honest attempts to portray the physical, psychological, and sexual problems of paraplegics, benefits from sensitive direction, semi-documentary style, and great acting from the entire ensemble.
07/14/06 11:42 AM
Even in his first movie, Brando's ability to transcend mediocre material is very much in evidence.
02/09/06 03:17 AM
A dated oddity that’s nevertheless a must-see for anyone curious about Brando’s artistic trajectory.
08/03/04 08:15 AM
Stern in its intimations of the terrible consequences of war, this film is a haunting and affecting, as well as a rewarding, drama to have at this time.
05/20/03 05:04 PM
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