Breaker Morant

7.1 / 10

(137 votes)

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.

Country:

Australia

Genre:

Drama,

History,

War

Duration:

107 minutes

Year:

1980

Director:

Bruce Beresford

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Company:

South Australian Film Corporation

Budget:

$1,000,000

Revenue:

$8,200,000

Cast:
Edward Woodward

Harry 'Breaker' Morant

Jack Thompson

Major J.F. Thomas

John Waters

Cpt. Alfred Taylor

Bryan Brown

Lt. Peter Handcock

Charles Tingwell

Lt. Col. Denny

Crew:
Bruce Beresford

Director

Kenneth G. Ross

Theatre Play

Jonathan Hardy

Screenplay

David Stevens

Screenplay

Bruce Beresford

Screenplay