The Purple Plain

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.

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Release date

14 Sept 1954

Runtime

1 h 38 min

• TMDB 6.5

Genres

• Drama
• Adventure
• War

Director

Robert Parrish

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Countries

• GB

Cast

Gregory Peckas Bill ForresterWin Min Thanas AnnaBrenda De Banzieas Miss McNabBernard Leeas Dr. HarrisMaurice Denhamas BloreLyndon Brookas CarringtonAnthony Bushellas AldridgeJosephine Griffinas Mrs. ForresterRam Gopalas Mr. PhangJack McNaughtonas Sergeant (uncredited)

Writers

Eric Ambler

Composer

JVJohn Veale

Cinematography

Geoffrey Unsworth

Studios

TCTwo Cities Films

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