Stock wartime romance featuring an appealing young Tom Hanks. It's 1942, and David (Hanks), an American flier serving with the British Royal Air Force, is in Jerusalem, recuperating from an injury. His squadron leader is about to marry, and David falls in love with Sarah (Cristina
Marsillach), best friend of the bride-to-be. Although Sarah is initially hesitant, their romance blossoms, much to the dismay of her family--Sephardic Jews who strongly disapprove of David, who's the son of a Christian minister. Finally, in an outlandish attempt to exact obedience from their
daughter, Sarah's parents hold her captive in her room. Hanks, as usual, is especially likable in ...
Released:
1986
Rated:
PG-13
Length:
95 mins