The Purple Plain (1954)

09/14/1954 (GB) • 1h 38m

Drama, Adventure, War

His peak of adventure!

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.

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Status

Released

Original Language

English

Budget

$2,000,000.00

Revenue

-

Keywords

world war ii

burma

struggle for survival

bomber pilot

airman

royal air force

raf

traumatized man

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