The Defector
Synopsis
1967, the height of the Red Scare. Australian Prime Minister Harold Holt is embroiled in a power struggle after discovering his spymaster has illegally investigated and exposed Red sympathisers embedded within Holt's administration.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Scott Mannion
- Screenplay & Story
- Scott Mannion
- Original Title
- The Defector
- Country of Origin
- Australia
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 15m
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Defector
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What is The Defector about?
1967, the height of the Red Scare. Australian Prime Minister Harold Holt is embroiled in a power struggle after discovering his spymaster has illegally investigated and exposed Red sympathisers embedded within Holt's administration.
Who directed The Defector?
The Defector was directed by Scott Mannion.
Who stars in The Defector?
The principal cast of The Defector includes Sean Taylor, Malcolm Kennard, Lech Mackiewicz, Josef Ber, Aaron Scully.
When was The Defector released and how long is it?
The Defector was released in 2017 with a total runtime of 15m.