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The Purple Plain (1954)

NR ★ 6.5/10 98 min Drama, Adventure, War United Kingdom English
Screenplay by: Eric Ambler
Novel: H. E. Bates
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His peak of adventure!

Description

An RAF airfield in Burma in 1945, during World War II. Canadian bomber pilot Bill Forrester is a bitter man who lives haunted by a tragic past. He has became a reckless warrior, and is feared by his comrades, who consider him a madman. Dr. Harris, the squadron physician, is determined to help him heal his tormented soul.

Top Cast

Gregory Peck
Gregory Peck Bill Forrester
Win Min Than
Win Min Than Anna
Brenda De Banzie
Brenda De Banzie Miss McNab
Bernard Lee
Bernard Lee Dr. Harris
Maurice Denham
Maurice Denham Blore
Lyndon Brook
Lyndon Brook Carrington
Anthony Bushell
Anthony Bushell Aldridge
Josephine Griffin
Josephine Griffin Mrs. Forrester

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