Director Mervyn LeRoy's psychological drama follows recovering mental patient Charlotte (Jean Simmons), who leaves the secure confines of a psychiatric ward to return to the dysfunctional environment responsible for her nervous breakdown, the home she shares with her college professor husband (Dan O'Herlihy).
The film earned a Golden Globe nomination, as did Simmons's and co-star Efrem Zimbalist Jr.'s stunning performances.
This is one of Jean Simmons' best performances. The movie story line covers every aspect of marriage you can think of. The movie that touches on several emotional themes: belonging, mental illness, love, jealousy, shame.