In the Meantime, Darling

In the Meantime, Darling

A gay and tender story of G.I. love!

NR 1944 · 72 min · ★ 6.8 · Comedy, Drama, War

A young bride who comes from a rich family has a hard time adjusting to life in a boarding house with other soldiers and their wives. Her spoiled ways cause resentment from the other wives and problems with her husband.

Directed by Otto Preminger · Written by Michael Uris

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