The Men (1950)

Ceremony Year: 1951Category: Best Original ScreenplayReleased: 1950

Nominated Talent & Credits

Carl Foreman— Carl Foreman

Synopsis / Overview

Ken, a WWII GI, returns home after he's paralyzed in battle. Residing in the paraplegic ward of a veteran's hospital and embittered by his condition, he refuses to see his fiancée and sinks into a solitary world of hatred and hostility. Head physician, Dr. Brock cajoles the withdrawn Ken into the life of the ward, where fellow patients Norm, Leo and Angel begin to pull him out of his spiritual dilemma.

Historical Academy Record

WRITING (Story and Screenplay) — 23rd Academy Awards (1951)

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