09 May 2008
Fugitive Pieces
A child escapes from Poland during World War II and first heads to Greece before coming of age in Canada.
Ice Cold in Alex
3 guys...and a couple of gals...and the mission that led them through 600 miles of burning hell!
A group of army personnel and nurses attempt a dangerous and arduous trek across the deserts of North Africa during the second world war. The leader of the team dreams of his ice cold beer when he reaches Alexandria.
Top Billed Cast
John Mills Captain Anson
Sylvia Syms Sister Diana Murdoch
Anthony Quayle Captain van der Poel
Harry Andrews M.S.M. Pugh
Diane Clare Sister Denise Norton
Richard Leech Captain Crosbie
Liam Redmond Brigadier (D.D.M.S.)
Allan Cuthbertson Brigadier's Staff Officer
David Lodge C.M.P Captain (Tank Trap)
Michael Nightingale C.M.P Captain (Check Point)
Basil Hoskins C.M.P Lieutenant (Alexandria)
Walter Gotell 1st German Officer
Richard Marner German Guard
Peter Arne British Officer at Oasis
Paul Stassino Barman
Frederick Jaeger 2nd German Officer
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