The Cowra Breakout
“A Powerful Drama of Men and Ideals at War”
Synopsis
In August 1944, 1104 Japanese prisoners of war at the Australian POW camp at Cowra stage a mass breakout. Four guards are killed in the escape, and 231 prisoners die by wounds sustained or suicide, while 334 prisoners are recaptured over the subsequent nine days.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Phillip Noyce, Chris Noonan
- Original Title
- The Cowra Breakout
- Country of Origin
- Australia
- Spoken Languages
- English, Japanese
- Runtime
- 4h 10m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Phillip Noyce, Chris Noonan
George Miller
Department Leadership Roster
Phillip Noyce
Director
Chris Noonan
Director
George Miller
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.
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What is The Cowra Breakout about?
In August 1944, 1104 Japanese prisoners of war at the Australian POW camp at Cowra stage a mass breakout. Four guards are killed in the escape, and 231 prisoners die by wounds sustained or suicide, while 334 prisoners are recaptured over the subsequent nine days.
Who directed The Cowra Breakout?
The Cowra Breakout was directed by Phillip Noyce, Chris Noonan.
Who stars in The Cowra Breakout?
The principal cast of The Cowra Breakout includes Alan David Lee.
When was The Cowra Breakout released and how long is it?
The Cowra Breakout was released in 1984 with a total runtime of 4h 10m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Cowra Breakout?
The Cowra Breakout holds official age classifications: AU: M (Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.).