The Purple Plain

About

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.

Credits

Directed by

• Robert Parrish

Written by

• Eric Ambler

Produced by

• John Bryan

Music by

• John Veale

Cinematography

• Geoffrey Unsworth

Edited by

• Clive Donner

Cast

• Gregory Peckas Bill Forrester
• Win Min Thanas Anna
• Brenda De Banzieas Miss McNab
• Bernard Leeas Dr. Harris
• Maurice Denhamas Blore
• Lyndon Brookas Carrington
• Anthony Bushellas Aldridge
• Josephine Griffinas Mrs. Forrester
• Ram Gopalas Mr. Phang
• Jack McNaughtonas Sergeant (uncredited)
• Harold Siddonsas Injured Navigator (uncredited)
• Mya Mya Spenceras Dorothy (uncredited)
• John A. Tinnas Jeweler (uncredited)
• Soo Ah Wongas Smoking Old Woman (uncredited)
• Lane Meddickas Radio Operator (uncredited)

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