Breaker Morant (1980)

A powerful true story of bitter revenge...

Movie · Drama, History, War · 1h 47m · Rated 7.1/10 on TMDB · Released June 11, 1980

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.

Directed by Bruce Beresford

Cast

• Edward Woodward as Harry 'Breaker' Morant
• Jack Thompson as Major J.F. Thomas
• John Waters as Cpt. Alfred Taylor
• Bryan Brown as Lt. Peter Handcock
• Charles Tingwell as Lt. Col. Denny
• Terence Donovan as Cpt. Simon Hunt
• Vincent Ball as Col. Ian (Johnny) Hamilton
• Ray Meagher as Sar. Maj. Drummond
• Chris Haywood as Cpl. Sharp
• Russell Kiefel as Christiaan Botha
• Lewis Fitz-Gerald as Lt. George Witton
• Rod Mullinar as Major Charles Bolton

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