Breaker Morant

Jun 11, 1980

1h 47m

★ 7.1

A powerful true story of bitter revenge...

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.

Genres

Drama

History

War

Production Companies

South Australian Film Corporation

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Cast

Harry 'Breaker' Morant

Edward Woodward

Major J.F. Thomas

Jack Thompson

Cpt. Alfred Taylor

John Waters

Lt. Peter Handcock

Bryan Brown

Lt. Col. Denny

Charles Tingwell

Cpt. Simon Hunt

Terence Donovan

Col. Ian (Johnny) Hamilton

Vincent Ball

Sar. Maj. Drummond

Ray Meagher

Cpl. Sharp

Chris Haywood

Christiaan Botha

Russell Kiefel

Lt. George Witton

Lewis Fitz-Gerald

Major Charles Bolton

Rod Mullinar

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