What seems to be a rather simple film turns out to be very complex with nuances one does not catch on the initial viewing. Scholars have studied and written about this film directed by Max Ophuls and agree it is probably the best woman's picture ever to come out of Hollywood, though most people think it is an European film rather than American. Joan Fontaine gives a stunning performance as Lisa and Louis Jourdan is equally fine as Stefan. It is one of Amazon.coms essential films.