While the Sun Shines

While the Sun Shines

1947 · 90 min · ★ 7.0 · Comedy, Drama

Lady Elisabeth Randall is an English Air Force corporal during World War II. She is on her way to marry her fiancé when she finds herself being romanced by two different men.

Directed by Anthony Asquith · Written by Terence Rattigan

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