Bright Victory (1951) | |
| Director(s) | Mark Robson |
| Producer(s) | Robert Buckner |
| Top Genres | Drama, Film Adaptation, War |
| Top Topics | Book-Based, World War II |
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Bright Victory (1951) was a Drama - War Film directed by Mark Robson and produced by Robert Buckner.
SYNOPSIS
Acclaimed performance by Kennedy as a vet blinded during WWII trying to readjust to civilian life. When a lovely young nurse, Dow, helps him in his transition, he is reluctant to leave the hospital. After hometown rejection, he returns to Dow to bravely face his future without denial. Kennedy was nominated for Best Actor, but the Award went to Humphrey Bogart for African Queen.
(Source: available at Amazon AMC Classic Movie Companion).
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Academy Awards 1951 --- Ceremony Number 24 (source: AMPAS)
| Award | Recipient | Result |
| Best Actor | Arthur Kennedy | Nominated |
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Arthur Kennedy and Peggy Dow in “Bright Victory”
By Stephen Reginald on Mar 19, 2025 From Classic Movie ManArthur Kennedy and Peggy Dow in “Bright Victory” Bright Victory (1951) is an American drama directed by Mark Robson, starring Arthur Kennedy and Peggy Dow. The supporting cast includes Julia (Julie) Adams, James Edwards, Will Geer, Nana Bryant, Jim Backus, Richard Egan, and Murray H... Read full article
ARTHUR KENNEDY'S CONQUEST OF THE SCREEN BLOGATHON: Bright Victory (1951)
on Feb 17, 2019 From Caftan WomanVirginie of The Wonderful World of Cinema is hosting this blogathon tribute to Arthur Kennedy on the occasion of the 105th anniversary of his birth. Click HERE for the tributes to the fine actor. Arthur Kennedy 1914-1990 John Arthur Kennedy made his Broadway debut in the short-lived Marc Co... Read full article
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