A missionary tries to outwit the U.S. government and smuggle Chinese orphans into the country.A missionary tries to outwit the U.S. government and smuggle Chinese orphans into the country.A missionary tries to outwit the U.S. government and smuggle Chinese orphans into the country.
- Nominated for 1 Oscar
- 1 nomination total
John F. Hamilton
- Dr. Kirke
- (as J. Frank Hamilton)
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- TriviaAccording to Deanna Durbin in a letter dated August 2, 1987 to film historian William K. Everson and published in the October 1987 issue of "Films in Review," the actress assertively attests that "Jean Renoir shot two thirds of the film as it now stands. The amazingly brave suggestion of Bruce Manning to shelve it all and do a modern version of "The Taming of the Shrew" was greeted enthusiastically by Jean, and Bruce started to contact writers immediately. Jean Renoir came back the next day complaining of the old war wound on his leg."
- ConnectionsReferenced in 12 Angry Men (1957)
Featured review
This is a heartwarming story that begins with the upheavals of war in China and how young lives find a new life in America. The lovely Deanna Durbin is protector of eight orphans and such is her dedication that she falls in with sailor Barry Fitzgerald's little scheme of pretending to be the widow of the elderly Commodore Holliday, with the resultant confusion, hilarious moments and bittersweet outcomes. Ms Durbin sings some fine old favorites and I particularly liked "Mighty Like a Rose" which she sings beautifully. It has light romance, comedy, and tender moments and is well recommended as excellent family fare.
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- Runtime1 hour 36 minutes
- Color
- Aspect ratio
- 1.37 : 1
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