Time Magazinewas noted as stating: "Just possibly the dirtiest American-made motion picture that has ever been legally exhibited.The film was a major box-office success for Warner Bros - it became the second highest grossing box-office hit of the year for Warners (afterDesperate Journey (1942)).Except for the initial airport sequence, the entire studio-oriented film was shot in a Warner Bros.Hollywood/Burbank studio.Many other 40s stars were considered for the lead roles: Hedy Lamarr, "Oomph Girl" Ann Sheridan, French actress Michele Morgan, and George Raft."Maria prays by her bedside, blessing the Captain and he children:Dear Father,nowI know why you""ve sent me here.The two assailed boys opened their destroyed bubble""s door and fled for their lives - and barely escaped by jumping down into a waterfall.