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I cannot think of one single thing that I would change about this film. The acting is incomparable, the directing deft, and the writing poignantly brilliant.

It's easily one of the freshest, sharpest and most enjoyable films of this year.

Some reviewers are appalled by the fact that the characters are judged on their appearances but that is reality. It's something that occurs even in modern times. The person who feels they will never find love because they are too fat, too thin, not perfect in the eyes of society. That is what Laura is feeling.. This makes her quite shy and homely. Then there is Oliver the once popular socialite who in the outside world would have never even given Laura the time of day. The cottage brings them together and they share this mutual feeling of being lonely due to their appearance. I don't see this as something unrealistic or even disgusting as one reviewer stated. It's the way society is and it was worse in the older days. The division of classes and the fact that love is simply based on a physical attraction is shattered in this movie. The characters see beyond that once they fall in love. That is the key... They had already fallen in love before the change occurred in their eyes only. The cinematography is so well done as is the direction. My favorite character is Mrs. Minnett who gives the tear jerker explanation that brings the story together. This film for me expands on love.. I can see this also as the love a mother has for a child... Even when a child is grossly disfigured the Mother sees beyond that.. That see the child for who they are inside and the love of wanting to care for them forever. That's true love. Loving the person so much that their exterior always looks beautiful because their beautiful inside.

The Enchanted Cottage will appeal to those in their mid 20s and above who share a committed relationship with another person. This is a true romantic movie and is not sugary sweet. The movie is a good one to watch on a rainy day or early evening. Although the story will keep loving hearts filled with entertainment, it does not encourage one to eat popcorn, but sip hot tea or coffee. Robert Young, Herbert Marshall, and Dorothy McGuire provide excellent support for the story. It is truly wonderful when actors/actresses provide performances in which you remember the characters, not the actor/actress. Their role is so convincing that they become the character. That is something that we don't get much of today, but was prevalent in the pre-1965 movies. Watch with a loved one, preferably a spouse or boy/girl-friend. Enjoy the love and the good feelings that this movie brings.

It has been quite a few years since seeing this movie, which is a shame since I am such a fan. This movie was appropriately released at the end of WWII, as many military men were returning from war. No doubt the theme of a disfigured veteran was very relative to many of them, and their families.This is a very heartwarming tale. Some will think it very melodramatic and sentimental, but I find it very endearing and sweet. Young's character is very arrogant and rude to begin with, then becomes very bitter after the accident. He plays both extremes quite well. It is interesting to see these characters as they are transformed by the very powerful effects of love.

This Oscar-nominated film (Score) is interesting in it's background. It was designed for returning GIs after WWII who were disfigured by the war and to ease their return.It features a homely girl (Oscar Nominated Dorothy McGuire (Gentleman's Agreement) who has given up hope of finding love. She meets a dashing pilot (Robert Young of "Marcus Welby, M.D." and "Father Knows Best" fame) before he is called to duty. he returns a year later disfigured and depressed.This is a story of love. The two become enchanted with each other, marry, and are transformed into beautiful people. The transformation occurs only in their eyes, however, but does not destroy what they have.Made even more enjoyable by the addition of Oscar-nominated Spring Byington (You Can't Take It with You, Because You're Mine), who played Young's mother. Byinton is best know to TV watchers for "December bride."