This film feels like a subdued adaptation of “Shane,” taking place in Illinois (though the setting seems questionable). Following the Civil War, a man who fought for the Confederacy (played by Alan Ladd) journeys through the North seeking medical help for his son’s silence, which developed after a traumatic event. He finds work on a woman's farm (Olivia de Havilland) to settle a debt and becomes entangled with som…

What value can be assigned to love and loyalty? *** This review may contain spoilers *** The Proud Rebel was directed by Michael Curtiz and adapted by Lillie Hayward & Joseph Petracca from "Journal of Linnett Moore" by James Edward Grant. The film features Alan Ladd, Olivia de Havilland, Dean Jagger, David Ladd, Cecil Kellaway, and Henry Hull. Jerome Moross composed the music, and Ted McCord served as cinematog…