Aces High
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.
Top Billed Cast
Malcolm McDowell
Maj. John Gresham
Christopher Plummer
Capt. 'Uncle' Sinclair
Simon Ward
Lt. Crawford
Peter Firth
Lt. Stephen Croft
David Wood
Lt. 'Tommy' Thompson
Featured Crew
Jack Gold
Director
Benjamin Fisz
Producer
Maude Spector
Casting
Howard Barker
Writer
Richard Hartley
Music
Gerry Fisher
Director of Photography
Anne V. Coates
Editor
Syd Cain
Production Design
Maurice Cain
Art Direction
Derek Meddings
Special Effects
Jacques Roitfeld
Producer
Ivan Sharrock
Sound Recordist
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