Heaven Knows, Mr. Allison

"Heaven Knows, Mr. Allison" is a 1957 film about two characters stranded on a Japanese-occupied island during World War II. A Catholic nun, Sister Angela, and a Marine, Corporal Allison, develop a deep bond as they struggle to survive and seek safety amid war's chaos. The story explores themes of faith, compassion, and human connection across cultural and moral divides. Despite their differing backgrounds and beliefs, they rely on each other, highlighting resilience, the complex nature of morality during wartime, and the possibility of personal growth through unlikely companionship.