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Breaker Morant

1980·Movie
1h 47min·PG
82
GreatGoodWatch score
IMDb7.8Metacritic737.6Rotten Tomatoes100%91%
IMDb7.8Metacritic737.6Rotten Tomatoes100%91%

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High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.

Energy

Tense and violent

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension7
  • Violence7
  • Adrenaline6

Heart

Melancholic and moving

  • Melancholy8
  • Pathos7
  • Catharsis6

Humor

Some sharp wit and dark humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay5
  • Dark Humor5
  • Satire & Parody4

World

History, politics, and war

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • Ambiguity7

Craft

Standout performances, direction, and dialogue

Layered plot that rewards full attention.

  • Acting9
  • Direction8
  • Dialogue Quality8

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7

Who it's for

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About

A powerful true story of bitter revenge...

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.
Courtroom DramaBoer WarAustralian HistoryMilitary InjusticePolitical IntrigueHistorical AccuracyMoral DilemmaColonialism

Crew

Directed by:
Bruce Beresford
Written by:
Bruce Beresford, David Stevens, Jonathan Hardy
Produced by:
Matt Carroll, Alison Barrett, Jenny Day
Composed by:
William M. Anderson, Phil Heywood, Phil Judd

Sequels and Prequels

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Questions about Breaker Morant

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Is Breaker Morant worth watching?

82
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 83/100 (IMDb 7.8, Rotten Tomatoes 100%, and Metacritic 73). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Breaker Morant rated?

PGViolence

It's rated PG in the United States. Content advisories: violence.

How long is Breaker Morant?

1 h 47 min

Breaker Morant runs 1 h 47 min.

Is Breaker Morant based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

Do critics and audiences agree on Breaker Morant?

Critics87
Audiences82

Yes. Critics average 87 and audiences 82 out of 100, so both groups see Breaker Morant much the same way.

Was Breaker Morant a box office hit?

Budget$1 million
Box office$8 million

Yes, a big one. It cost about $1 million to make and earned $8 million worldwide, 8.2 times its budget.

What language is Breaker Morant in?

EnglishAfrikaans

It was made in English, with some Afrikaans. Produced in Australia.

In how many countries can I watch Breaker Morant?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Breaker Morant in 11 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Breaker Morant use?

Grey-and-Black MoralityCynicism CatalystWorld of HamWarrior PoetThe NeidermeyerImprovDowner EndingI Choose to StayBig BadKarma HoudiniBunny-Ears LawyerRank Scales with Asskickingand 25 more

TV Tropes lists 37 storytelling tropes for Breaker Morant, including Grey-and-Black Morality, Cynicism Catalyst, World of Ham.