So Proudly We Hail (1943)

So Proudly We Hail

For any George Reeves (Superman) fan, this movie is a must see, must have for your library. George Reeves was so much more of a actor than given credit for and this movie he is the lead male actor and has a chance to demonstrate all his acting skills. He is excellent sharing top billing with Claudette Colbert as his love interest. At the time this movie was made, Claudette was a top actress so casing George Reeves as her leading man, was a big step in Reeves acting career, and he delivered the goods. May 31, 2008

Good Quality Movie

I found this movie to be exceptionally well made. The acting on all parts is flawless and the war scenes are compellingly realistic. It is the true story of nurses during WWII who were stationed on the Bataan Peninsula. There are several memorable lines. Such as "What makes us heroines?" "We're alive." The plot is developed meticulously, so don't expect this to have the fast pace of modern movies. However, it is well worth watching. And I think it should be shown in history classes in school. It really brings to life the hardships of WWII. Having to nurse patients without quinine and having to escape the Japanese. This is a quality movie that should be seen. May 15, 2008

So Proudly We Hail

There are many things that make this a really terrific film: Claudette Colbert does a great job displaying a wide range of emotions. A World War II movie that focuses on women and their role--from a realistic stand point. All of the supporting players. It's also important to remember that this film was produced when the outcome of the war was far from decided. Also, it was based on diaries kept by some of the nurses caught on Baatan in 1942. One can see why this would have been such a morale boost to all those who saw it during the war. April 28, 2008

So Proudly We Hail

So Proudly We Hail is one of the best WWII films made. Three huge female stars and a great supporting cast make it worth watching again and again.
Based on the actual heroics of the women nurses trapped on Battan during the initial Japanese invasion. I give it 5 stars. April 15, 2008

For Those Who Remember

Several months ago I had an opportunity to visit Corregidor Island in the Philippines. After taking the tour I was very interested in finding out more about the island, the war and life in the early 40s.

I wasn't born till '47 so my only recollection or knowledge about the war came from my Marine Corp training in Paris Island. And there it seemed that Iwo Jima was the hot topic.

I ordered this DVD and was very happy with the quality, the story and as an added feature, seeing George Reeves (Superman) in the movie. I think I watched every episode on TV when I was young.

Anyway, a great movie and a steal for the price.

Walt March 4, 2008

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