Shuttlecock (1993)

Name: Shuttlecock
Genre: Drama, Mystery, War
Released: 1993
Duration: 85 min
Rating: 2.0
Cast: Alan Bates, Lambert Wilson, Kenneth Haigh, Jill Meager, João Perry

1h 25m France, United Kingdom, United States of America

Drama Mystery War

Plot

Major James Prentis VC, a celebrated British spy during World War II, operates under the alias "Shuttlecock." Struggling with the emotional toll of his covert operations, he finds himself estranged from his family and grappling with personal demons. His journey takes a darker turn as he ends up in a mental institution in Lisbon, Portugal, where he confronts the ghosts of his past. This poignant narrative explores the impact of war on the human psyche, delving into themes of isolation, sacrifice, and the quest for redemption amidst the chaos of conflict.