Keeper of the Flame (1943)

In the midst of a nation's grief, an unexpected catastrophe claims the life of Robert Forrest, a revered American military leader and national hero, eyed as future Presidential material. The tragedy unfolds on Forrest's vast estate, where a sudden downpour and a washed-out bridge lead to a fatal car accident. As the nation weeps, journalists flock to his humble hometown, each seeking to unravel the tale behind the shocking incident. Among these ink-slingers is the renowned Steven O'Malley, a man not interested in the superficial story of Forrest's death. He longs instead to etch an in-depth portrait of the man himself, preserving his legacy in the collective memory of the country. Relying less on official documents and more on personal accounts, his primary source is the elusive Christine Forrest, the late hero's wife, known for her strong desire for privacy. After some persuasion from Robert's aide, Clive Kerndon, Christine reluctantly agrees to cooperate with O'Malley. However, as he delves deeper into his research, O'Malley begins to sense a shroud of secrecy surrounding Robert's life and death. He becomes convinced that Christine and others in her circle are concealing something significant. Navigating through a web of conflicting narratives, O'Malley's quest for truth introduces him to Robert's dementia-stricken mother, hidden away in a large isolated house on the estate, Christine's cousin Geoffrey Midford, who harbors an undisguised resentment for Robert, and Jason Rickards, a former military superior to Robert who suffered permanent injuries in battle and was saved by Robert himself. Will O'Malley uncover the enigmatic truth behind the hero's life and untimely death, or will he be entangled in a complex tapestry of tales and rumors? In a world of secrets and lies, the pursuit of truth becomes a labyrinthine journey, and O'Malley finds himself questioning the real story behind the national hero. Keeper of the Flame is a captivating tale of mystery, deception, and the relentless quest for truth.

Keeper of the Flame is a drama movie featuring Katharine Hepburn.

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