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Flying Leathernecks **

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on BBC Two England

Second World War action drama. Guadalcanal, 1942: US fighter pilots are embroiled in a bitter battle against the Japanese. Back at base, however, tensions are increasing over the methods of their tough leader. Review page 54.
Director Nicholas Ray (1951, PG)

Contributors

Director:
Nicholas Ray
Major Dan Kirby:
John Wayne
Captain Carl Griffin:
Robert Ryan
Lt Cowboy Blithe:
Don Taylor
Curan:
William Harrigan
Joan Kirby:
Janis Carter
Master Sgt Clancy:
Jay C Flippen
Captain McAllister:
Carleton Young
Lt Stark:
Brett King
LtVegay:
Maurice Jara
Lt Jorgensen:
Steve Flagg
Lt Malotke:
Adam Williams
General:
Barry Kelly
Pudge McCabe:
James Dobson
Source: Radio Times

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