Told by way of a court retrospective, this film depicts the brutalities of the Boer War between t...
Breaker Morant
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.
- Overview
- Cast
- Crew
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Breaker Morant
- Overview
- Cast
- Crew
- Recommendations
Status
Released
Release Date
Jun 11, 1980
Runtime
1h 47m
Genres
Drama, History, War
User Score
71%
Original Title
Breaker Morant
Production Companies
South Australian Film Corporation
Director
Bruce Beresford
Budget
$1,000,000
Revenue
$8,200,000
Description
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.