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Writers:
James Jones (novel)
John Patrick (writer) ...
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Release Date:
18 December 1958 (USA) more
Tagline:
Dave was back and the whole town knew that trouble- and women- were close behind! more
Plot:
Dave Hirsch, a writer and army veteran, returns to 1948 Parkman, Indiana, his hometown. His prosperous brother introduces him to Gwen French... more | add synopsis
Awards:
Nominated for 5 Oscars. Another 7 wins & 1 nomination more
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(10 articles)
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Excllent Drama With Memorable Characters more (44 total)
Cast
(Complete credited cast)| Frank Sinatra | ... | Dave Hirsh | |
| Dean Martin | ... | Bama Dillert (professional gambler) | |
| Shirley MacLaine | ... | Ginnie Moorehead | |
| Martha Hyer | ... | Gwen French (schoolteacher) | |
| Arthur Kennedy | ... | Frank Hirsh | |
| Nancy Gates | ... | Edith Barclay (Frank Hirsh's secretary) | |
| Leora Dana | ... | Agnes Hirsh | |
| Betty Lou Keim | ... | Dawn Hirsh | |
| Larry Gates | ... | Prof. Robert Haven French | |
| Steve Peck | ... | Raymond Lanchak (Ginny's suitor) (as Steven Peck) | |
| Connie Gilchrist | ... | Jane Barclay (Edith's mother) | |
| Ned Wever | ... | Smitty (owner, Smitty's Bar) |
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137 min
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Color (Metrocolor)
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2.35 : 1 more
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Mono (Westrex Recording System) | 4-Track Stereo
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Canada:PA (Ontario) | USA:Approved (PCA #19154) | West Germany:16 (f) | Australia:PG | Finland:K-16 | Sweden:15
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It was during the making of this film that Shirley MacLaine found herself welcomed into what would later be called the "Rat Pack" fraternity that included Frank Sinatra and Dean Martin, her co-stars in this film. Shirley MacLaine says the group known as the "Rat Pack" was actually called "The Clan" by the members while "Rat Pack" was a term given in the 1950s to Humphrey Bogart and his pals. more
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Continuity: When Dave Hirsch meets Professor French at Frank Hirsch's home they shake hands and drop their arms. In the next shot they are shaking hands again. more
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Dave Hirsh: [to bartender, as he exits and leaves a tip] Buy yourself a Quonset hut. more
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To Love And Be Loved more
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I haven't read the James Jones novel on which this film is based so I can't comment on the movie as an adaption. But as a film standing alone Some Came Running was a very enjoyable experience. All the players are very convincing in their roles. Sinatra as usual mixes world weariness and hope better than just about anyone. His wonderful voice here is as good as its reputation. Shirley MacClaine who was Oscar nominated for this role is also memorable as the simple party girl with an unrequited love for Dave Hirsh. Mention must also be made of the actress who played the school teacher. She perfectly nailed some very difficult scenes that required her to subtly change beats. Dean Martin's sidekick character was also very entertaining. Highly recommended! 9/10.