A Guy Named Joe (1943)

In the throes of World War II, Maj. Pete Sandidge is a skillful and fortunate pilot, seemingly invincible amidst the turmoil of battle. His life is not just about war, though, as he cherishes a passionate romance with Dorinda Durston, a pilot herself, who delivers aircraft to various bases. Tragedy strikes when Pete's luck runs out, and he finds himself in the ethereal realm of heaven, discovering that every pilot is watched over by a guardian angel. In this heavenly role, Pete returns to Earth, invisible to the living, to guide the young, promising pilot-in-training, Ted Randall. As Pete steers Ted through the harsh realities of war, he watches Ted grow into a competent pilot. However, the situation complicates when Ted is dispatched to New Guinea, where he encounters Dorinda, still faithful to her lost love, Pete. A complex love triangle ensues, with Ted courting Dorinda even as she clings to the memory of Pete. Meanwhile, Pete, torn between his duty and his lingering feelings for Dorinda, must decide his course of action from beyond the grave. A Guy Named Joe weaves a tale that is both patriotic and sentimental, a fantastical Hollywood depiction of love, sacrifice, and war. It explores the concept of guardian angels, lingering affection, and the enduring human spirit amidst the raging fires of war.

A Guy Named Joe is a drama movie featuring Spencer Tracy and directed by Victor Fleming.

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