The War Lover
The men of the flying forts whose bravery became a legend
1962 · 1h 45m · APPROVED
Adventure, Drama, War
Directed by
Philip Leacock
Overview
Buzz Rickson is a dare-devil World War II bomber pilot with a death wish. Failing at everything not involving flying, Rickson lives for the most dangerous missions. His crew lives with this aspect of his personality only because they know he always brings them back alive.
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