‘Malaya’: A World War II Espionage Adventure

A cinematic story of rubber and refugees in a time of war with some great stars.
‘Malaya’: A World War II Espionage Adventure
John Royer (James Stewart, L), and Carnahan (Spencer Tracy) take on a dangerous mission, in “Malaya.” Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
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NR | 1h 38m | Adventure, Drama, War | 1950

With an incredible lineup of super-talented actors and an intriguing plot based on real-life events, it’s a bit puzzling that director Richard Thorpe’s 1949 war drama “Malaya” is such an obscure cinematic offering. You would think that, with names like James Stewart, Spencer Tracy, Lionel Barrymore, and Sydney Greenstreet, a movie would practically be guaranteed to have a higher profile, if not garner an award or two.

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Ian Kane is an U.S. Army veteran, author, filmmaker, and actor. He is dedicated to the development and production of innovative, thought-provoking, character-driven films and books of the highest quality.
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