Needless to say, this war-time drama is gritty every step of the way.
The big surprise here is the toughness of the part given to Ann Sothern.
She certainly sheds her "Panama Hattie" way as well as comedic gifts in giving a very good performance as a no-nonsense volunteer among a group of women volunteering their services in Bataan during World War 11. She finds love with a Sgt. Holt, who is never seen. He is also the love interest of Margaret Sullavan, who plays her usual moody self. This part was perfect for Sullavan who would commit suicide 17 years later.
Joan Blondell, as always, is wonderful as the volunteer who was a burlesque queen prior to the war. Being shot in the leg is certainly no asset for this beauty queen and she plays the part to the hilt.
The somber scenery, basically in a bunker, reflects the dangers that these women endured.
The big surprise here is the toughness of the part given to Ann Sothern.
She certainly sheds her "Panama Hattie" way as well as comedic gifts in giving a very good performance as a no-nonsense volunteer among a group of women volunteering their services in Bataan during World War 11. She finds love with a Sgt. Holt, who is never seen. He is also the love interest of Margaret Sullavan, who plays her usual moody self. This part was perfect for Sullavan who would commit suicide 17 years later.
Joan Blondell, as always, is wonderful as the volunteer who was a burlesque queen prior to the war. Being shot in the leg is certainly no asset for this beauty queen and she plays the part to the hilt.
The somber scenery, basically in a bunker, reflects the dangers that these women endured.