Review of The Search (1948) by Joe L — 09 Nov 2009
In some ways this is a watered-down, americanized version of 'forbidden games,' in that its primary focus is to show how ww2 devastated the lives of countless children. structurally flawed (a plodding female voiceover during the first act is difficult to forgive), the film eventually finds it heart in the performances of monty clift (his debut) and young actor ivan jandl.
zinneman also seems to be finding his footing as a great director. a good one for fans of clift, and those interested in seeing amazing/disturbing on-location footage of war-torn europe.
This review of The Search (1948) was written by Joe L on 09 Nov 2009.
The Search has generally received positive reviews.
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