I love movies, always have, always will. I love good movies even more! So, I decided it was time to make sure I've seen what's commonly accepted as the 100 greatest, as decided by the AFI. Some of the movies on the list I've seen a million times, some I've seen maybe once when I was little. With the help of my streaming subscription to Netflix, and getting my little red envelopes in the mail too, I will definitely conquer this list - and I can't wait! Please feel free to watch along or add comments about your movies as I watch them! Get the popcorn and milkduds ready!

Monday, January 21, 2013

#37 The Best Years of Our Lives

1946
Director: William Wyler
Starring: Myrna Loy, Frederic March, Dana Andrews, Teresa Wright, Harold Russell

Three soldiers of various positions in society return from World War 2 to resume their lives.  Each has their own troubles.  I wasn't sure what to expect from this one, but I ended up really liking it.  I thought all of the characters were believable and the acting was amazing.  (Both March and Russell won Oscars for their roles.)

Trivia: For his performance as Homer Parrish, Harold Russell became the only actor to win two Academy Awards for the same role. The Academy Board of Governors thought he was a long shot to win, so they gave him an honorary award "for bringing hope and courage to his fellow veterans through his appearance." Later that ceremony he won for Best Supporting Actor. 

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