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Privates on Parade

1983

Malaysia, 1947. Some fought. Some danced.

Overview

It is 1947, the year of the communist rebellion in Malaya and the British army's SADUSEA (Song And Dance Unit South East Asia) are called to the Malayan Jungle to entertain the troops. The eccentric, bible-bashing Major Giles Flack (John Cleese) is in command of the unit. Flack is accompanied by an ageing, theatrical drama queen, Terri Dennis (Denis Quilley) who hopes to entertain the troops with his flamboyant impressions, but the bored troops find other ways to enjoy themselves.

Details

Status
Released
Release date
March 18, 1983
Original language
English
Spoken languages
English
Countries
United Kingdom
Cinematography
Ian Wilson
Budget
Not recorded
Revenue
Not recorded
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