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Island in the Sun

on BBC Two England

Beginning a trio of films starring James Mason, who died ten years ago this week. Also starring Joan Fontaine.

Colourful drama set in the West Indies examining the jealousies and passions caused by inter-racial love.
(1957)
(Secret Mission is on Wednesday at 9.05am)

Film Reviews pages 43-49

Contributors

Director:
Robert Rossen
Maxwell Fleury:
James Mason
Mavis:
Joan Fontaine
Jocelyn:
Joan Collins
David Boyeur:
Harry Belafonte
Margot Seaton:
Dorothy Dandridge

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