The Purple Plain (1954)

6.5/10 98 min Drama Adventure War

Overview

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.

Cast

Gregory Peck

Bill Forrester

Win Min Than

Anna

Brenda De Banzie

Miss McNab

Bernard Lee

Dr. Harris

Maurice Denham

Blore

Lyndon Brook

Carrington

Anthony Bushell

Aldridge

Josephine Griffin

Mrs. Forrester

Ram Gopal

Mr. Phang

Jack McNaughton

Sergeant (uncredited)

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