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.
Runtime duration
Language
EN
Year
1976
Rating
5.9/10
75 votes • HD
People
Maj. John Gresham
Capt. 'Uncle' Sinclair
Lt. Crawford
Lt. Stephen Croft
Lt. 'Tommy' Thompson
Headmaster
Lieutenant Colonel Silkin
Major Lyle
Brigadier General Whale
Captain Beckenauer
Major Stoppard
Bennett
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