The Place of the Dead (1997)
It was one of the last unexplored places on Earth; a terrifyingly deep gully in the heart of the Borneo jungle. It was the ultimate challenge – to climb down into it and explore what the locals call, "The Place of the Dead." Based on a true story that made headlines around the world, this adventure drama is the tale of men pushed to their limits and beyond, battling against forces that they could not comprehend.
Director: Suri Krishnamma
Genre: Drama, Adventure, Thriller, TV Movie
Runtime: 100 min
Release Date: January 18, 1997
Cast
- Greg Wise - Corporal Hugh Brittan
- Simon Dutton - Lt Colonel Robert Neill
- Dougray Scott - Lance Corporal Richard Mayfield
- John McArdle - Major Ron Foster
- Ralph Brown - Sgt Bob Mann
- David Nellist - Lance Corporal Steve Page
- Phil McKee - Lance Corporal Peter Shearer
- Timothy West - Chairman of the Inquiry
- Anna Bolt - Kathryn
Screenplay
Music: Julian Nott
Cinematography: Nino Gaetano Martinetti
Editing: Ian Sutherland
Production: LWT
Country: United Kingdom
Language: English
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Suri Krishnamma
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Place of the Dead about?
- It was one of the last unexplored places on Earth; a terrifyingly deep gully in the heart of the Borneo jungle. It was the ultimate challenge – to climb down into it and explore what the locals call, "The Place of the Dead." Based on a true story that made headlines around the world, this adventure drama is the tale of men pushed to their limits and beyond, battling against forces that they could not comprehend.
- Who directed The Place of the Dead?
- The Place of the Dead was directed by Suri Krishnamma.
- Who stars in The Place of the Dead?
- The Place of the Dead stars Greg Wise, Simon Dutton, Dougray Scott, John McArdle, Ralph Brown, David Nellist.
- How long is The Place of the Dead?
- The Place of the Dead has a runtime of 1h 40m (100 minutes).
- What genre is The Place of the Dead?
- The Place of the Dead is a Drama, Adventure, Thriller, TV Movie film.
- Where was The Place of the Dead produced?
- The Place of the Dead was produced in United Kingdom.