sentences:  In later years, many of the principal players, including Dana Andrews, came to express regret over the more distasteful aspects of the film.Released during the war, "The Purple Heart" inspired theatre patrons to purchase thousands of dollars of War Bonds, and opened to good reviews.The review in "Variety" reflected the times; "... an intensely moving piece, spellbinding, though gory at times, gripping and suspenseful for the most part."