Review of Johnny Belinda (1948) by Steve S — 04 Jul 2009
***1/2 (out of four).
Jane Wyman won an Oscar for her turn as Belinda, a deaf/mute girl who is considered an outcast by the narrow minded Nova Scotia small town. The local doctor (Lew Ayers) takes an interest in her and sees her intelligence as he tries to communicate with her.
Without saying a single word in the picture, Jane Wyman delivers a memorable performance. Ayers, Charles Bickford(as her father) and Agnes Moorehead are all equally good. The film doesn't sink into melodrama which helps lift its very serious themes and allows it to not seem silly to todays viewers.
This review of Johnny Belinda (1948) was written by Steve S on 04 Jul 2009.
Johnny Belinda has generally received very positive reviews.
Was this review helpful?
Yes
No
