This is a Civil War drama featuring strong performances, though I suspect it might have been more effective as a play than a movie. Final rating: ★★½ - There were many aspects I found appealing, but ultimately the film didn't fully succeed.

I wasn't familiar with the book or the earlier movie version, but I know it’s a brief look at a moment during the American Civil War. It didn't really center on the war itself; instead, it was a made-up story about an injured soldier who found refuge in a school for girls and received care from the teachers and students left behind. During his recovery, he developed feelings for one of the women, but it seemed like a…