10/10
The courts-martial of British colonialism
6 June 1999
This is a fine screen adaptation of the play. An outstanding performance by Mr. Woodward as Lt. Morant and suberb supporting performances by Fitz-Gerald and Brown make this an engrossing film. The flavor of late "VIctorian Era" politics and values spice this tale of the courts-martial of three Australian officers of the "Bushfeldt Carabiniers", a British "commando" unit of the Boer War formed to respond to "ruthless" Boer tactics. A story that transcends the wartime military setting and stands with the best courtroom dramas. I hope you will enjoy this film as much as I do.
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