Marvelous musical bio of Jane Froman with Susan Hayward stellar in the lead. How much of the backstage part of her life is true is up to question but for a fifties film it does present her troubled first marriage honestly. The real focus is on her struggle with her injuries from a plane crash and her fortitude and courage is inspiring in the face of huge odds. The music is great and well presented and performed. The staging of the title number is lavishness itself. A wonderful and warm supporting performance by Thelma Ritter is a big plus as always. Once Jane hits the road for the army shows have the tissues at the ready, the scene with Robert Wagner is so delicately lovely it can't help but break your heart. Absolutely rousing finale!
Review of With a Song in My Heart
