
In 1870, a Jamaican colonial family sends its children to Britain for proper schooling, but their ship is taken over by pirates, who become fond of the kids.
Directed by Alexander Mackendrick, A High Wind in Jamaica leans on a strong ensemble — Anthony Quinn, James Coburn, Deborah Baxter — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.
The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about adventure titles of 1965.
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