Bright Victory

Bright Victory

★ 7.1IMDb Score
Released:1951-08-01
Duration:97 min
Director:Mark Robson
Actors:Arthur Kennedy, Peggy Dow, Julie Adams, James Edwards, Will Geer
Production:Universal International Pictures

Overview:

A soldier blinded in war returns home and attempts to adjust to civilian life.

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