Spies and Lies
“Based on the book: 'The Plot to Subvert Wartime New Zealand' by Hugh Price”
Synopsis
A true story. 1942. New Zealand is at war. Times are desperate. The Japanese invasion seems imminent. At this perilous moment, confidence trickster Syd Ross completes his sentence and is released from Waikeria Prison. He makes a phone call and finds himself in front of Prime Minister Fraser. Syd tells a tale of sabotage and assassination, of a Nazi plot to take over New Zealand.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Simon Bennett
- Screenplay & Story
- Dave Armstrong
- Original Title
- Spies and Lies
- Country of Origin
- New Zealand
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Production Studios
- South Pacific Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Simon Bennett
Dave Armstrong
Simon Bennett, John Barnett, Chris Bailey
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Dave Armstrong
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Simon Bennett
Director
Simon Bennett
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What is Spies and Lies about?
A true story. 1942. New Zealand is at war. Times are desperate. The Japanese invasion seems imminent. At this perilous moment, confidence trickster Syd Ross completes his sentence and is released from Waikeria Prison. He makes a phone call and finds himself in front of Prime Minister Fraser. Syd tells a tale of sabotage and assassination, of a Nazi plot to take over New Zealand.
Who directed Spies and Lies?
Spies and Lies was directed by Simon Bennett.
Who stars in Spies and Lies?
The principal cast of Spies and Lies includes Antony Starr, John Sessions, Kelson Henderson, Eddie Campbell, Ingrid Park.
When was Spies and Lies released and how long is it?
Spies and Lies was released in 2010 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.