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| Country: | USA |
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| Length: | 58 min |
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John Huston's 1946 film explores the hidden struggles of soldiers returning from war, focusing on the emotional damage they endure alongside physical injuries. This is the concluding film in a U.S. government-commissioned trilogy, offering a powerful look at what we now understand as post-traumatic stress disorder, then known as psychoneurosis or shell-shock. The movie's honest depiction of soldiers battling inner turmoil remains relevant today, revealing the war's lasting impact on individuals and society. Initially considered controversial by the government, it wasn't shown until 1981. Now, it powerfully reminds us of the enduring scars of war and the need to address both the physical and emotional wounds of those who serve.
| Alternative title: | Let There Be Light |
| Release year: | 1946 |
| Language: | English |
| Awards: | 🏆 1 win |
| Director: | John Huston |
| Type: | Movie |
| Sub-genres: | shell shock |
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