Breaker Morant
Jun 11 1980
•2h 47m
•Drama, History, War
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.
Cast
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Edward Woodward
Harry 'Breaker' Morant
Jack Thompson
Major J.F. Thomas
John Waters
Cpt. Alfred Taylor
Bryan Brown
Lt. Peter Handcock
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