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Aces High

Movie·1976·Action, Drama, War·1h 54m·5.9 (82)·Directed by Jack Gold

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The first World War is in its third year and aerial combat above the Western Front is consuming the nation's favored children at an appalling rate. By early 1917, the average life-span of a British pilot is less than a fortnight. Such losses place a fearsome strain on Gresham, commanding officer of the squadron. Aces High recreates the early days of the Royal Flying Corps with some magnificently staged aerial battles, and sensitive direction presents a moving portrayal of the futilities of war.

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Malcolm McDowellMalcolm McDowellMaj. John GreshamChristopher PlummerChristopher PlummerCapt. 'Uncle' SinclairSimon WardSimon WardLt. CrawfordPeter FirthPeter FirthLt. Stephen CroftDavid WoodDavid WoodLt. 'Tommy' ThompsonJohn GielgudJohn GielgudHeadmasterTrevor HowardTrevor HowardLieutenant Colonel SilkinRichard JohnsonRichard JohnsonMajor Lyle

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