This movie is marvelous and for so many reasons. First, I am a big fan of the novels of James Hilton and this adaptation is more true to his books than most (such as RANDOM HARVEST). Second, the acting and writing is so good it is almost impossible to imagine them being better. Greer Garson and Robert Donat are so perfect together. In fact, Donat's performance was good enough to wrestle away the Oscar from Clark Gable from GONE WITH THE WIND (though I honestly think Gable probably deserved it a little more).
This is a story about a confirmed bachelor who is a teacher at a boys prep school. "Mr. Chips" as they call him is very decent but dull--and he's been a fixture at the school for some time. However, quite unexpectedly he meets a woman who pulls him out of his shell and changes his life (Garson). Unfortunately, lovers of happy endings beware--this romance will rip out your heart. Even the most jaded will find themselves pulled into it emotionally.
This is a great film through and through. All those associated with this film have done themselves proud.
This is a story about a confirmed bachelor who is a teacher at a boys prep school. "Mr. Chips" as they call him is very decent but dull--and he's been a fixture at the school for some time. However, quite unexpectedly he meets a woman who pulls him out of his shell and changes his life (Garson). Unfortunately, lovers of happy endings beware--this romance will rip out your heart. Even the most jaded will find themselves pulled into it emotionally.
This is a great film through and through. All those associated with this film have done themselves proud.