
The Lighthorsemen
They did what they were told... They didn't know it was impossible!
Directed by Simon Wincer
Produced by FGH, Film Victoria
A historical war drama about an Australian cavalry unit's daring charge against impossible odds in WWI Palestine, balancing heroism with the brutal realities of combat.
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.
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Is The Lighthorsemen violent? Somewhat. More violent than 68% of films.
Does The Lighthorsemen end with hope? Somewhat. More hopeful than 62% of films.
Is The Lighthorsemen sad? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
Is The Lighthorsemen easy watching? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
Is The Lighthorsemen scary? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
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Conventional, and it does not land.
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Like The Lighthorsemen
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Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
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Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.

















































