medium. She holds back, she suggests more than she reveals, and when all three actors are on camera her performance makes the other two look embarrassingly theatrical. And there is where the movie fails." Variety said, "The terrific writing, which top-notch performances make more magnificent, displays a wide range of human emotions, without recourse to cheap sensationalism or dialog. Grosbard's perceptive direction keeps the bickering and banter from becoming shrill histrionics." TV Guide rated the film four stars, citing "the terrific acting, sharp writing, and outstanding direction from Grosbard" and adding, "Never does the emotion explode into oratory, so almost every scene has an underlying tension that continues to bubble." The film has a 100% on Rotten Tomatoes. Awards and nominations See also List of American films of 1968 References External links 1968 films 1968 directorial debut films 1968 drama films 1960s English-language films American drama films American films based on plays Films about dysfunctional families Films about veterans Films directed by Ulu Grosbard Films featuring a Best Supporting Actor Academy Award-winning performance Films set in New York (state) Films set in New York City Films set in 1946 Films shot in New York City Films shot in New Jersey Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer films 1960s American films