A typical women's magazine story gets the big screen treatment in this mother love tale of the issues of hopeful adoptive parents (Gene Tierney and Ray Milland) who have different feelings about the past of the natural parents of the child they wish to adopt. Tierney feels satisfied that unconditional love will make the child grow up just fine while Milland is insecure over the bloodline. Adoption agent Fay Bainter is supportive but by the books, and Milland's actions have her convinced that the courts will rule against them.
An interesting study of the adoptive process with many legal issues discussed, plus the whole process of even being considered as a candidate. Somber at times with troubles erupting between the mostly happy couple, yet lighthearted with the inclusion of the family dog whose adoption dominates the first reel. Howard St. John portrays Milland's understanding boss. He's not always the perfect husband to the fragile Tierney, but he's a well crafted character, with Tierney equally excellent. Unique in many ways, but somewhat depressing.
An interesting study of the adoptive process with many legal issues discussed, plus the whole process of even being considered as a candidate. Somber at times with troubles erupting between the mostly happy couple, yet lighthearted with the inclusion of the family dog whose adoption dominates the first reel. Howard St. John portrays Milland's understanding boss. He's not always the perfect husband to the fragile Tierney, but he's a well crafted character, with Tierney equally excellent. Unique in many ways, but somewhat depressing.