This film deserves an "8" because it accomplishes what it sets out to do with no phony tear-jerking or sugar-coating. Most melodramas of this genre just consist of a leading lady getting clobbered by contrived plots. Not this one.
Susan Hayward delivers an excellent performance. Nothing more can be said except: just watch it and see for yourself. Probably the fact that this is so definitely a "genre" film prevented her from any possibility for acting awards here.
The script is far above-average and much better than you could possibly expect. Even if you don't like this type of drama, if you pay careful attention to the script you will be very impressed.
This is a rare women's drama wherein the requisite tall dark and handsome stud of a lead actor also delivers a fine, sensitive performance. Don't know much about British actor Michael Craig but anyone viewing his performance here would be interested in seeing more of his work.
I believe there is some inside melodrama humor in this film as Hayward's character asks which man she is supposed to meet at the party and is told "He's the tall, dark and handsome one there at the bar". Also her character doesn't like parties or the mansion she owns. Also, at the party her dress looks almost exactly the same as the draperies in the library- this must be an inside joke of some sort.
Hayward's natural, direct acting is a complete pleasure to watch. It's very well complemented by the sincere Michael Craig. Also in the cast is one of the most subtle and delicate actresses of the 1960's, Diane Baker. Ms. Baker is one of those forgotten actresses who should be better remembered.
Susan Hayward delivers an excellent performance. Nothing more can be said except: just watch it and see for yourself. Probably the fact that this is so definitely a "genre" film prevented her from any possibility for acting awards here.
The script is far above-average and much better than you could possibly expect. Even if you don't like this type of drama, if you pay careful attention to the script you will be very impressed.
This is a rare women's drama wherein the requisite tall dark and handsome stud of a lead actor also delivers a fine, sensitive performance. Don't know much about British actor Michael Craig but anyone viewing his performance here would be interested in seeing more of his work.
I believe there is some inside melodrama humor in this film as Hayward's character asks which man she is supposed to meet at the party and is told "He's the tall, dark and handsome one there at the bar". Also her character doesn't like parties or the mansion she owns. Also, at the party her dress looks almost exactly the same as the draperies in the library- this must be an inside joke of some sort.
Hayward's natural, direct acting is a complete pleasure to watch. It's very well complemented by the sincere Michael Craig. Also in the cast is one of the most subtle and delicate actresses of the 1960's, Diane Baker. Ms. Baker is one of those forgotten actresses who should be better remembered.