The Dunera Boys
Synopsis
At the start of WWII the British Government decided to arrest all Germans in the UK no matter how long they had been there. Among those arrested were many Jewish refugees and many who were fully assimilated. This film records the story of a group who were sent to a POW camp in Australia aboard the Dunera.
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Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →Joseph Spano
Alexander Engelhardt
Bob Hoskins
Morrie Mendellsohn
Simon Chilvers
Col. Berry
Warren Mitchell
Mr Baum
Joseph Fürst
The Baron
Moshe Kedem
Rabbi Aronfeld
Steven Vidler
Tropp
Mary-Anne Fahey
Naomi Mendellsohn
John Meillon
Brig. Templeton
Paul Mason
Friedkin
Kirk Alexander
Capt. Webber
Julia Blake
Mum
Bruce Knappet
Dad
Max Bruch
Artaker
Sally Cooper
Kath
Marcel Cugola
Aviam
Maurie Fields
Cpl Carter
Kim Gyngell
Pvt Bruce
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Ben Lewin
- Screenplay & Story
- Ben Lewin
- Original Score
- Greg Sneddon
- Original Title
- The Dunera Boys
- Country of Origin
- Australia
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2h 30m
- Production Studios
- Jethro Films Production
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Ben Lewin
Ben Lewin
Greg Sneddon
Vincent Monton
Edward McQueen-Mason
Bob Weis
Department Leadership Roster
Ben Lewin
Director
Ben Lewin
Writer
Edward McQueen-Mason
Editor
Tracy Watt
Production Design
Bob Weis
Producer
Vincent Monton
Director of Photography
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Dunera Boys
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What is The Dunera Boys about?
At the start of WWII the British Government decided to arrest all Germans in the UK no matter how long they had been there. Among those arrested were many Jewish refugees and many who were fully assimilated. This film records the story of a group who were sent to a POW camp in Australia aboard the Dunera.
Who directed The Dunera Boys?
The Dunera Boys was directed by Ben Lewin.
Who stars in The Dunera Boys?
The principal cast of The Dunera Boys includes Joseph Spano, Bob Hoskins, Simon Chilvers, Warren Mitchell, Joseph Fürst.
When was The Dunera Boys released and how long is it?
The Dunera Boys was released in 1985 with a total runtime of 2h 30m.
Who composed the musical score for The Dunera Boys?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Dunera Boys was composed by Greg Sneddon.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Dunera Boys?
The Dunera Boys holds official age classifications: AU: PG (Parental Guidance — Recommended for mature viewers.).