Plot:

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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Actors - Crew

Malcolm McDowell
Maj. John Gresham

Christopher Plummer
Capt. 'Uncle' Sinclair

Simon Ward
Lt. Crawford

Peter Firth
Lt. Stephen Croft

David Wood
Lt. 'Tommy' Thompson

John Gielgud
Headmaster

Jack Gold
Director

Benjamin Fisz
Producer

Richard Hartley
Music

Maude Spector
Casting

Howard Barker
Writer

Gerry Fisher
Director of Photography

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