“The Valley of Decision,” “The Clock,” “It’s a Pleasure,” “See My Lawyer” (Movie Reviews-5/4/45)

Microfilm-New York Times archives, Monterey Public Library | 5/4/45 | Bosley Crowther, T.M.P., A.W., J.R.L.

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Free Republic University, Department of History presents World War II Plus 70 Years: Seminar and Discussion Forum
First session: September 1, 2009. Last date to add: September 2, 2015.
Reading assignment: New York Times articles and the occasional radio broadcast delivered daily to students on the 70th anniversary of original publication date. (Previously posted articles can be found by searching on keyword “realtime” Or view Homer’s posting history .)
To add this class to or drop it from your schedule notify Admissions and Records (Attn: Homer_J_Simpson) by freepmail. Those on the Realtime +/- 70 Years ping list are automatically enrolled. Also visit our general discussion thread.

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“The Valley of Decision” clips

“The Valley of Decision” publicity still

“The Clock” clip

“The Clock” set stills

“The Clock” publicity stills

“The Clock” behind-the-scenes stills

“It’s a Pleasure” clips

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Netflix has “The Clock” and “It’s a Pleasure” on DVD. “It’s a Pleasure” is also available for instant viewing. Homer recommends “The Clock.”

“The Valley of Decision” original trailer

“The Clock” original trailer

“The Clock” opening credits

[chajin]

One of the little articles references the "Negro Drama Group." The name that caught my eye was Muriel Gaines, who went on to become known as Europe's Queen of Calypso. My guess is that in the play "Night Must Fall," she played the part of Olivia, but that is just a guess.