The Return of the Soldier (1983)
The horrors of World War I have robbed returning veteran Chris Baldry of his memory. The traumatized soldier doesn't even recognize his own wife, Kitty, or remember their years together. While Baldry attempts to cope with the unfamiliar surroundings of his own home, he seeks out the company of an old flame from his childhood, Margaret Grey. His amnesia also makes him a ready target for the affections of his older cousin, Jenny.
Director: Alan Bridges
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 99 min
Release Date: January 6, 1983
Cast
- Julie Christie - Kitty Baldry
- Glenda Jackson - Margaret Grey
- Ann-Margret - Jenny Baldry
- Alan Bates - Captain Chris Baldry
- Ian Holm - Doctor Anderson
- Frank Finlay - William Grey
- Jeremy Kemp - Frank
- Hilary Mason - Ward
- John Sharp - Pearson
- Elizabeth Edmonds - Emery
Screenplay
- Hugh Whitemore (Screenplay)
- Rebecca West (Novel)
Music: Richard Rodney Bennett
Cinematography: Stephen Goldblatt
Editing: Laurence Méry-Clark
Production: Skreba Films, Barry R. Cooper Productions, Brent Walker Pictures
Country: United Kingdom
Language: English
Original Language: en
Keywords
amnesia, based on novel or book, love triangle, world war i, dead children, shell shock, childhood sweethearts
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Return of the Soldier about?
- The horrors of World War I have robbed returning veteran Chris Baldry of his memory. The traumatized soldier doesn't even recognize his own wife, Kitty, or remember their years together. While Baldry attempts to cope with the unfamiliar surroundings of his own home, he seeks out the company of an old flame from his childhood, Margaret Grey. His amnesia also makes him a ready target for the affections of his older cousin, Jenny.
- Who directed The Return of the Soldier?
- The Return of the Soldier was directed by Alan Bridges.
- Who stars in The Return of the Soldier?
- The Return of the Soldier stars Julie Christie, Glenda Jackson, Ann-Margret, Alan Bates, Ian Holm, Frank Finlay.
- How long is The Return of the Soldier?
- The Return of the Soldier has a runtime of 1h 39m (99 minutes).
- What genre is The Return of the Soldier?
- The Return of the Soldier is a Drama film.
- Where was The Return of the Soldier produced?
- The Return of the Soldier was produced in United Kingdom.