Virginia Cunningham is confused upon finding herself in a mental hospital, with no memory of her arrival at the institution. Tormented by delusions and unable to even recognize her husband, Robert, she is treated by Dr. Mark Kik, who is determined to get to the root of her mental illness. As her treatment progresses, flashbacks depict events in Virginia's life that may have contributed to her instability.

Editor's Verdict

❌NO

"Despite a 'Holiday Release' being noted, the plot, themes, and setting of this serious drama about mental illness have no discernible connection to Christmas. All criteria strongly score 'None' or 'Weak' at best."

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Cast & Crew

Olivia de Havilland

Virginia Stuart Cunningham

MS

Mark Stevens

Robert Cunningham

Leo Genn

Doctor Mark H. Van Kensdelaerik (Dr. "Kik")

Celeste Holm

Grace

GL

Glenn Langan

Doctor Terry

HC

Helen Craig

Nurse Davis

Leif Erickson

Gordon

BB

Beulah Bondi

Mrs. Greer

LP

Lee Patrick

Asylum Inmate

HF

Howard Freeman

Dr. Curtis

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