I first saw this film on television in the late 1970's and have never forgotten it. A wonderfully sensitive tale of a young deaf girl who is caught between an overprotective father who wants to wrap her in cotton wool and a mother who is determined that she should learn to lip read and so have an independent life.
Mandy Miller is outstanding in the title role. Without uttering one word of dialogue, she conveys the shyness and loneliness of her sheltered existence in a way that is heartbreaking. I still cannot watch the balloon scene between Mandy and her teacher without crying. This is one of the classic movies from the heyday of British cinema so if you only buy one 1950's black and white movie this year, make it this one. You won't regret it.

This is the best film ever. I first saw it as a young child and it moved me so much I have never forgotten it. Superb acting..great story and lasting impact.

~::~ A film that will hold, involve and totally engrose you from opening to final credits and well, well beyond. This is what the art of cinema SHOULD be but, sadly, rarely is. It tells a story honestly, skillfully and yet simply. This delightful feature has not only heart but soul too! The entire cast enact an intellegent script with charm and conviction
~::~ This is one you'll not soon forget.