THE TARNISHED ANGELS (1957) - ♦♦♦♦

Directed by - Douglas Sirk

 

Written by - George Zuckerman (based on a novel by William Faulkner)

 

Starring - Rock Hudson, Robert Stack, Dorothy Malone, Jack Carson

 

 

 

"A newspaper man is fascinated by the story of a former First World War hero now earning a living as a daredevil air pilot at carnivals. A gripping tale of disillusionment. Douglas Sirk considered this to have been the best film he had ever made. Indeed, it is certainly among his most solid works. This Depression era set melodrama is quite remarkable for its mature portrayal of heavy undertones and themes, some of which would have been considered taboo at the time. On top of that, the daredevil air racing sequences are quite spectacular and the performances are strong all round."

 

 

Drama, USA