Rebel 1985
“He's a fighter and a rebel. She's dynamite, she's dazzling. To the world he's trouble. But to Kathy, he's a hero”
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 89 minutes
- Director
- Michael Jenkins
- Networks
- J&M Entertainment, Roadshow Films
- Where to Stream
- Apple TV Store
What is Rebel?
Task: Write a factual, original 150-190 word overview of the film "Rebel" (1985). Persona: Meticulous television and film archivist.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1985
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 89 minutes
- Release date
- Dec 5, 1985
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- Australia
- Studios
- J&M Entertainment, Roadshow Films
- Budget
- $5,000,000
- Genres
- War, Romance
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 5.4/10 from 11 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~89 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Networks
- J&M Entertainment, Roadshow Films
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Overview
Task: Write a factual, original 150-190 word overview of the film "Rebel" (1985).
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Use ONLY verifiable facts from the provided SYNOPSIS and SOURCES.
No invented titles, names, dates, counts, awards, ratings, box-office, or viewership numbers.
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Original, neutral, encyclopedic prose.
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First sentence must not contain spoilers.
Word count: 150-190 words.
Title: Rebel
Year: 1985
Genre: Musical drama / War and Romance / Drama
Director: Michael Jenkins
Cast: Matt Dillon, Debra Byrne, Bryan Brown, Bill Hunter
Setting: World War II Australia
Plot:
Protagonist: Rebel, an American Marine.
Status: Recuperating from battle wounds.
Motivation: Weary of war, intends to go AWOL and escape Australia.
Love interest: Kathy, a local singer.
Conflict: Kathy is married and initially uninterested, but later loves Rebel.
Event: Kathy receives a letter stating her husband was killed in battle.
Antagonists/Conflict: Local police and U.S. Military are searching for Rebel as an AWOL soldier.
Escape plan: Rebel arranges to escape Australia by a cargo
Should you watch it?
“A gripping exploration of war and romance that commands attention through bold storytelling and immersive performances.”
- Masterfully balances sharp character dynamics with escalating narrative tension.
- High production value and confident direction keep each chapter visually arresting.
- Rich thematic depth offers plenty of reward for attentive viewers.
- Deliberate pacing requires patient investment before the overarching mystery unravels.
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Where can I stream or watch Rebel online?
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Is Rebel worth watching?
Rebel holds a community rating of 5.4/10 based on 11 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging War, Romance for fans of the genre.
How long is the movie Rebel and when was it released?
Rebel is a feature film with a runtime of 89 minutes. It was released in 1985. Release status: Released.
Who directed Rebel?
Rebel was directed by Michael Jenkins.
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