Set during Field Marshal von Hindenburg's time, the story centres around a dedicated nurse, Rosalind Russell. She continually tries to help the suffering of paralyzed children but has to overcome the obstacles of a narrow minded, bureaucratic medical establishment which refuses to recognize her unique treatment for the children. In the absence of official sanction from the medical establishment, she is ridiculed and threatened with legal action if she continues using her treatment. All this she has endured instead of getting married and leading a happy normal life. One cannot help but admire her dedication and personal sacrifice. Justice triumphs in the end and the numerous children she has helped eventually wish her well on her birthday. This is the ultimate satisfying reward for 20 years of hardship, dedication and sacrifice. Actors Dean Jagger and Alexander Knox provide excellent character and depth to Russell's role. On a scale of 1 to 10 stars, I give this movie 8.
Review of Sister Kenny
