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Breaker Morant (1980)

Breaker Morant (1980)

Drama History War

A powerful true story of bitter revenge...

Release Date: 1980, June 11
Directors: Bruce Beresford
Countries: Australia
Production: South Australian Film Corporation
Cast: Bryan Brown, Lewis Fitz-Gerald, John Waters, Jack Thompson, Edward Woodward, Chris Smith, Vincent Ball, Barbara West, Russell Kiefel, Chris Haywood, Rod Mullinar, Peter Osborn

Overview:

During the Boer War, three Australian lieutenants are on trial for shooting Boer prisoners. Though they acted under orders, they are being used as scapegoats by the General Staff, who hopes to distance themselves from the irregular practices of the war. The trial does not progress as smoothly as expected by the General Staff, as the defence puts up a strong fight in the courtroom.

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