The Hasty Heart (1983)
In Burma on the penultimate day of World War II, Cameron Highlander Lachlan 'Lachie' MacLachlan is seriously wounded and transported to a local military hospital. He seems to have recovered from his wounds but appearances can be deceiving. The hospital commander asks nursing Sister Margaret Parker and the five remaining soldiers in her ward to befriend Lachie as he is dying and has only a few weeks to live. Lachie, who is not aware of his prognosis, is a proud man who wants no help from anyone. Slowly however, relationships are formed and Lachie begins to appreciate friendship, something he has never had with anyone.
Director: Martin Speer
Genre: Drama, TV Movie
Runtime: 100 min
Release Date: December 1, 1983
Cast
- Gregory Harrison - Sgt. Lachlen McLachlen
- Perry King - Yank
- Cheryl Ladd - Margaret
- Robert Monroe - Kiwi
Screenplay
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Martin Speer
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Hasty Heart about?
- In Burma on the penultimate day of World War II, Cameron Highlander Lachlan 'Lachie' MacLachlan is seriously wounded and transported to a local military hospital. He seems to have recovered from his wounds but appearances can be deceiving. The hospital commander asks nursing Sister Margaret Parker and the five remaining soldiers in her ward to befriend Lachie as he is dying and has only a few weeks to live. Lachie, who is not aware of his prognosis, is a proud man who wants no help from anyone. Slowly however, relationships are formed and Lachie begins to appreciate friendship, something he has never had with anyone.
- Who directed The Hasty Heart?
- The Hasty Heart was directed by Martin Speer.
- Who stars in The Hasty Heart?
- The Hasty Heart stars Gregory Harrison, Perry King, Cheryl Ladd, Robert Monroe.
- How long is The Hasty Heart?
- The Hasty Heart has a runtime of 1h 40m (100 minutes).
- What genre is The Hasty Heart?
- The Hasty Heart is a Drama, TV Movie film.