This films features quite a strong performance from Gregory Peck as "Forrester", a Cana...
The Purple Plain
A 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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The Purple Plain
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- Crew
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Status
Released
Release Date
Sep 14, 1954
Runtime
1h 38m
Genres
Drama, Adventure, War
User Score
64%
Original Title
The Purple Plain
Production Companies
Two Cities Films
Director
Robert Parrish
Budget
$2,000,000
Description
A 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.