It is not one of my favorite holiday films, but it doesn't seem like the holidays without seeing it. It is a sweet movie. Valli is very beautiful and delicate in the role of the film star in her first "big role." I, too was a little put off by Fred MacMurray calling her 'baby' all the time, especially after years of watching My Three Sons. But it is a slight thing to put up with to enjoy this film, especially at Christmas time. Frank Sinatra is good in his role as the younger priest.
I don't want to say too much about the film without giving away what happens. It is sad, almost maudlin at times. All I would add is that it is a great film to watch with all the others at Christmas, and one that most people do not think to include.
I don't want to say too much about the film without giving away what happens. It is sad, almost maudlin at times. All I would add is that it is a great film to watch with all the others at Christmas, and one that most people do not think to include.