The Film
Heroes for Sale
What good are medals on tortured breasts?
The Story
World War I veteran Tom Holmes is marked by the unbearable suffering caused by his battle wounds. Over the years, he comes to experience both the pain of misfortune and a love for other human beings.
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The Stills.
