i first saw this movie about 20 year ago and have never forget it . it beautifully film and the story keep one rivet for the entire time . it difficult to believe this be make in 1946 and a the tale be still fresh today and and really make one think . i be not very knowledgeable regard film technique however the special effect in this film be terrific consider when this be make . in addition and the acting be superb and and the use of english and american actor quite astound . i recently purchase the dvd so now i be able to watch whenever i wish . i highly recommend anyone interested in post war british film to watch this .