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The Lighthorsemen
“They did what they were told... They didn't know it was impossible!”
6.1 / 10• 1987• 2h 11m•PG-13• English
WarDramaHistory
Storyline
In 1917 when the British forces are bogged down in front of the Turkish and German lines in Palestine they rely on the Australian light horse regiment to break the deadlock.
Cast & Crew
Peter Phelps
Dave Mitchell
Lead
Nick Waters
Lighthorse Sargeant
JL
John Larking
Stationmaster
Jack Heywood
Dave's Dad
DO
Di O'Connor
Dave's Mum
Shane Briant
Reichert
Ralph Cotterill
Gen. Friedrich von Kressenstein
Bill Kerr
Gen. Sir Harry Chauvel
What People Are Saying
3.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Simon Wincer's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
3.0
“Every frame feels alive. The Lighthorsemen is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
