Often the smaller "B" pictures were better than the expensive "A" pictures that they frequently were shown with. "Five Came Back" is a perfect example of that. This film has excellent pacing, fine performances from everyone, especially C. Aubrey Smith and Lucille Ball. It is one of her best film performances. The story is solid and always interesting, it's well photographed and the character development is outstanding. Finely written with crisp dialog. The film is very memorable as well, with an ending you won't easily forget. John Farrow's direction is definitely a plus, and it is a good example of his flair for direction toward the beginning of his career.
Review of Five Came Back
