Johnny Belinda

Johnny Belinda

1948 · 102 min · EN · NR · 6.9 (61 votes)
Dir. Jean Negulesco · Starring Jane Wyman, Lew Ayres, Charles Bickford, Agnes Moorehead, Stephen McNally, Jan Sterling · Music Max Steiner

There was temptation in her helpless silence...and then torment

Drama

A small-town doctor helps a deaf-mute farm girl learn to communicate.

VIBE

This film is a deeply affecting, somber drama that explores profound human suffering and resilience. It's a raw, emotional experience that lingers long after the credits roll, offering a stark look at societal cruelty and the fight for dignity.

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