The Eternal Sea

Sterling Hayden, Alexis Smith, Dean Jagger. This powerful WWII biopic recounts the story of Navy officer John M. Hoskins, whose first assignment to command was preceded by the loss of his foot in battle. With the government electing to retire him, Hoskins waged his own battle to remain in uniform and then went on to become the heroic and highly decorated Admiral Hoskins. Directed by John H. Auer. 1954/b&w/103 min/NR/widescreen.