The Men (1950)

Filmed in an actual VA hospital with many patients in supporting roles, Marlon Brando’s debut film is an affecting look into the experiences of injured vets. In some ways it feels like a documentary, including a few scenes that are almost lectures to give the vets, their loved ones, and the audience information on what to expect in recovery and the long lasting effects of their injuries. Brando and Teresa Wright work well together, portraying the ups and downs of a relationship living with their new reality.

Oscar Nomination: Best Writing, Story and Screenplay