Review of A Place in the Sun (1951) by Les E — 26 Oct 2013
A young man who starts work in the factory of a wealthy distant relative gets himself into trouble by falling in love with two women. Stevens' film is really about a young man's uncontrollable attraction with high society, and the lengths he will go to in order to be accepted by it.
It is rather overtly melodramatic, and often disappointingly formulaic. In fact, it may even appear overrated. Despite its obvious faults, which mostly lie in its screenplay and its cardboard characters, the performances are very impressive.
Taylor and Clift look stunning on screen together, but it is perhaps Shelley Winters in one of her most impressive and memorable role as the everyday needy woman, representing the plain and unglamorous life which seeks to trap Clift's character, that steals the show.
This review of A Place in the Sun (1951) was written by Les E on 26 Oct 2013.
A Place in the Sun has generally received very positive reviews.
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