Breaker Morant (1980) Subtitles

Bryan Brown, John Waters, Charles 'Bud' Tingwell, Edward Woodward

Set during the Second Boer War, Breaker Morant tells the gripping story of three Australian soldiers - Lieutenant Harry 'Breaker' Morant, Lieutenant Peter Handcock, and Lieutenant George Witton - who are court-martialed for war crimes. The men are accused of executing Boer prisoners and a German missionary, actions which they claim were carried out under orders from their superiors. As the trial unfolds, it becomes clear that the soldiers are being used as scapegoats by the British high command to appease the international community. The defense attorney, Major J.F. Thomas, struggles to prove that the orders came from higher up the chain of command, while the prosecution led by Major Bolton seeks to paint the men as ruthless killers. The emotional toll of the trial is felt by all involved, as the soldiers face the prospect of execution. In a dramatic climax, the verdict is delivered, leading to a poignant and thought-provoking conclusion that explores the moral complexities of warfare and the sacrifices made by those who serve their country.