The Camp on Blood Island (1958)

The Camp on Blood Island is a 1958 British film that had its world premiere on April 15, 1958. The movie has a runtime of 82 minutes and is set in a prisoner of war camp during World War II. The story revolves around a group of women prisoners, including the character played by Anne Ridler, who are subjected to inhumane treatment by the Japanese officers, portrayed by actors like Lee Montague and Marn Maitland.

Lieutenant Peter Bellamy, played by Phil Brown, tries to lead a resistance against the brutal Japanese captors, but faces numerous challenges and risks in doing so. The film also features Wolf Morris as an interpreter, Barbara Lee Ling as another woman prisoner, and Peter Forbes-Robertson as Thornton.

Andre Morell plays Colonel Lambert, a supportive figure for the prisoners, while Michael Gwynn portrays Tom Shields, a key character in the film. The diverse cast also includes actors like Barry Lowe, Richard Wordsworth, Edward Underdown, and Ian Holden in various roles within the prisoner camp.

As the suspenseful plot unfolds, viewers are taken on a gripping journey of survival, sacrifice, and defiance in the face of overwhelming adversity. The Camp on Blood Island stands as a testament to the strength of the human spirit and the horrors of war, brought to life by the talented ensemble cast and skilled direction.