
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.
Details
- Director
- Bruce Beresford
- Writer
- David Stevens
- Original Language
- English
- Budget
- $1,000,000
Cast
Bryan Brown
Charles Tingwell
Chris Haywood
Edward Woodward
Jack Thompson
John Waters
Ray Meagher
Russell Kiefel
Terence Donovan
Vincent Ball
Keywords
1900s
based on play or musical
based on true story
boer war
court martial
military court
military service
mythology
south africa
trial
war crimes
writing
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