The Wind Cannot Read (1958): Cast
The Wind Cannot Read is a 1958 romantic drama directed by Ralph Thomas, starring Donald Pleasence as Doctor, Tony Wager and Dirk Bogarde. It runs 1 hour 55 minutes.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 55m (115 min)
- Director
- Ralph Thomas
- Original language
-
English - Studio
- The Rank Organisation
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is The Wind Cannot Read About?
The premise of The Wind Cannot Read without spoilers.
A British officer attending a wartime language school becomes enamored with his Japanese instructor. Their clandestine romance defies the deep‑seated prejudice of the era, as she is seen as the enemy and the officer’s comrades refuse to accept their relationship.
The Wind Cannot Read Themes & Keywords
· 21 tags- language lesson
- man wears pajamas
- love
- teacher
- hung by wrists
- pedicab
- riding an elephant
- interracial marriage
- taj mahal
- hotel
- bazaar
- kiss
+9 more Show fewer
- kimono
- nurse
- nightclub
- hospital
- bare chested male
- title song
- india
- ceiling fan
- based on novel
The Wind Cannot Read Cast & Characters
Donald Pleasence leads the cast as Doctor, with Tony Wager as Moss and Dirk Bogarde as Flight Lieutenant Michael Quinn. Directed by Ralph Thomas; 14 actors are credited in all.
- Director Ralph Thomas
-
Donald Pleasence as Doctor -
Tony Wager as Moss - Dirk Bogarde as Flight Lieutenant Michael Quinn
- Michael Medwin as Officer Lamb
Also Starring in The Wind Cannot Read
· 10 more- Marne Maitland Bahadur
- Anthony Bushell Brigadier
- Richard Leech Hobson
- John Fraser Peter Munroe
- Ronald Lewis Fenwick
- Avice Landone Second nurse
- Heihachirō Ōkawa Lieutenant Nakamura
- Yoko Tani Sabbi
- Yōichi Matsue Corporal Mori
- Tadashi Ikeda Itsumi San
Seen The Wind Cannot Read?
Movies Like The Wind Cannot Read
Films with a similar story, tone or audience, including Windom’s Way, War-Time Romance and War Nurse.
The Wind Cannot Read FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of The Wind Cannot Read, each answered in a sentence.
How long is The Wind Cannot Read?
The Wind Cannot Read runs 1 hour 55 minutes (115 minutes).
When was The Wind Cannot Read released?
The Wind Cannot Read was released on June 10, 1958.
Who directed The Wind Cannot Read?
The Wind Cannot Read was directed by Ralph Thomas.
More films by Ralph Thomas Who is in the cast of The Wind Cannot Read?
The Wind Cannot Read stars Donald Pleasence as Doctor, Tony Wager as Moss and Dirk Bogarde as Flight Lieutenant Michael Quinn, among 14 credited actors.
Does The Wind Cannot Read have a post-credit scene?
No. The Wind Cannot Read has no extra scene during or after the credits.
Coming soon to your phone
The Plot Explained Movie Summary App
From blockbusters to hidden gems: plot summaries, endings explained and timelines on your phone. Save your favorites and never miss a twist again.
Be the first to know when it launches. Your email stays private, always. Learn more about the app
