"Waterloo Bridge" was to be a typical vehicle for Vivien Leigh's fresh fame, gained after her magnificent performance as Katie Scarlett O'Hara. The play by Robert Sherwood, on which the film was based, was quite different from the story revealed in the movie from 1940. Maybe because of censors. Most likely. But, although the story seems to be not any original one, there is something about this film that can't be forgotten.The story is typical for a tear-jerker. Myra Lester (Vivien) is a young ballet dancer who, during the World War I, meets a soldier, Roy Cronin (Robert Taylor). They fall in love immediately, but the war and bad luck separates them.Mervyn Le Roy was a really good director, who proved he knew his job many, many times. But there is also a great cast. Lucille Watson is so warm as Mrs. Cronin. And C. Aubrey Smith also gives a nice, memorable performance. Maria Ouspenskaya is perfectly cast as the demanding Madame. The supporting performance I love most is this of Virginia Field. I really regret that I have never seen any other role of her. She never gained any stardom and few remember her now. I can't understand why. Her Kitty is a very powerful and unforgettable piece of acting job.Even if you are not fond of tear-jerker, you must see it. It's full of great acting job. (来源: IMDB)
