Date viewed: 12 January 2014
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| The Best Years Of Our Lives (1946) |
This black and white film followed several men and their lives after returning from World War II in the United States of America. This film was quite fascinating in looking at not only how the men got back into civilian life with their families and their workplaces, but also how much their society had changed around them whilst they were at war. It was an interesting reflection upon how society functioned post WWII and the attitudes and views of those in the society had changed and progressed.
The viewpoints, insights and portrayal of these men settling back home leads to a very interesting and well-played film.
Why did it win Best Picture? The hot topic was the war at the time, so that would definitely be one reason. I'd definitely say another reason was the perspective the film took on those who returned from WWII and the different experiences that gave a snapshot of what it was like for returning troops.
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