Breaker Morant 1980
“A powerful true story of bitter revenge...”
What is Breaker Morant?
Breaker Morant is a 1980 Australian biographical war drama film directed by Bruce Beresford, based on Kenneth G. Ross's 1978 play of the same name.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1980
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 107 minutes
- Release date
- Jun 11, 1980
- Studios
- South Australian Film Corporation
- Genres
- Drama, History, War
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Overview
Breaker Morant is a 1980 Australian biographical war drama film directed by Bruce Beresford, based on Kenneth G. Ross's 1978 play of the same name. It stars Edward Woodward as the title character and depicts three Australian lieutenants on trial during the Boer War for shooting Boer prisoners while acting under orders.
The film explores themes of military scapegoating and justice as the defendants are used by the General Staff to distance themselves from irregular war practices, though the defense mounts a strong fight in the courtroom.
Should you watch it?
“Three Australian lieutenants face a court-martial for shooting Boer prisoners during the Boer War.”
- A strong courtroom defense challenges the General Staff.
- Based on the play by Kenneth G. Ross.
- Directed by Bruce Beresford.
- The provided sources do not mention reasons to skip it.
Watch it if you enjoy historical courtroom dramas based on true stories.
The film runs for 1 hour and 47 minutes with a drama, history, and war classification.
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Streaming availability can be checked through the Watch Now section on The Movie Database.
Is it worth watching?
It is a biographical war drama centering on a powerful true story of bitter revenge and a courtroom trial.
What is the runtime?
The film has a runtime of 1 hour and 47 minutes.
Who stars in the film?
Edward Woodward stars as the title character, Lt. Morant.
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