One of 4 films that William Holden and Nancy Olson appeared in together, the others being Sunset Boulevard (1950), Union Station (1950), and Submarine Command (1951).
The lapel insignia Lt. MacKay wears on her uniform is the head of the Greek goddess Pallas Athene, which represents Wisdom, Crafts and Victory - meant to symbolize the purpose of the WACs in WWII.
Also known by the title "A Girl for Joe".
Director Michael Curtiz was so moved by a William Holden's performance during a take that he offered him twenty dollars; and he said that he often did this during his career.
Lea Lamedico's debut...