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The White Cliffs of Dover

Where:

England

When:

The 1910s The 1940s

The greatest love story of our time ! — Susan travels with her father to England for a vacation. Invited to a society ball, Susan meets Sir John Ashwood and marries him after a whirlwind romance. However, American Susan never quite adjusts to life as a new member of the British gentry. Upon the outbreak of World War I, Ashwood is sent to the trenches and never returns. When her son goes off to fight in World War II, Susan fears the same tragic fate may befall him too.

Released in 1944 — 126 minutes

Genres:

Drama Romance War

Languages:

English German French