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Kokoda: 39th Battalion

Original title: Kokoda
  • 20062006
  • PG-13PG-13
  • 1h 32m
IMDb RATING
6.1/10
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Kokoda (2006)
A bitter battle is fought between Australian and Japanese soldiers along the Kokoda trail in New Guinea during World War II.
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A bitter battle is fought between Australian and Japanese soldiers along the Kokoda trail in New Guinea during World War II.A bitter battle is fought between Australian and Japanese soldiers along the Kokoda trail in New Guinea during World War II.A bitter battle is fought between Australian and Japanese soldiers along the Kokoda trail in New Guinea during World War II.

IMDb RATING
6.1/10
3K
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  • Director
    • Alister Grierson
  • Writers
    • Alister Grierson
    • John Lonie
  • Stars
    • Jack Finsterer
    • Travis McMahon
    • Simon Stone
Top credits
  • Director
    • Alister Grierson
  • Writers
    • Alister Grierson
    • John Lonie
  • Stars
    • Jack Finsterer
    • Travis McMahon
    • Simon Stone
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    • 47User reviews
    • 13Critic reviews
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    • Awards
      • 2 wins & 6 nominations

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    Jack Finsterer
    Jack Finsterer
    • Jack Scholtas Jack Scholt
    Travis McMahon
    • Darkoas Darko
    Simon Stone
    Simon Stone
    • Max Scholtas Max Scholt
    Luke Ford
    Luke Ford
    • Burkeas Burke
    Tom Budge
    • Johnnoas Johnno
    Steve Le Marquand
    Steve Le Marquand
    • Samas Sam
    Angus Sampson
    Angus Sampson
    • Danas Dan
    Christopher James Baker
    Christopher James Baker
    • Blueas Blue
    • (as Christopher Baker)
    Ewen Leslie
    Ewen Leslie
    • Wilsteadas Wilstead
    Ben Barrack
    • The Lieutenantas The Lieutenant
    Shane Bourne
    Shane Bourne
    • The Doctoras The Doctor
    William McInnes
    William McInnes
    • The Colonelas The Colonel
    Darren Taylor
    • Soldier - Forward Positionas Soldier - Forward Position
    Lucas Stibbard
    • Wounded Manas Wounded Man
    Jeffey Gunn
    • Smiling PNG Stretcher Beareras Smiling PNG Stretcher Bearer
    Stefan Cooper-Fox
    • Digger (2as Digger (2…
    Kyle Baxter
    • Runneras Runner
    Chris Hillier
    Chris Hillier
    • Digger - AIFas Digger - AIF
    • Director
      • Alister Grierson
    • Writers
      • Alister Grierson
      • John Lonie
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    A bitter battle is fought between Australian and Japanese soldiers along the Kokoda trail in New Guinea during World War II.
    • downpour
    • jungle warfare
    • 20th century
    • australian soldier
    • japanese soldier
    • 41 more
    • Plot summary
    • Plot synopsis
    • Taglines
      • Mates Became Heroes. The Track Became Legend.
    • Genres
      • Action
      • Drama
      • War
    • Certificate
      • PG-13
    • Parents guide

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    • Trivia
      William McInnes did this movie for free. His part only required him to be on set for a day. In his own words he says: "I suppose in a minor way, doing this part is like tipping my hat to my father's generation. It's only a day's work and I decide to donate my fee to Legacy. So at least someone will get something out of it."
    • Goofs
      When Darko and Jack are creeping through the bush, you can see a figure run past in the distant background. The director admitted in the commentary that the figure was his safety officer running for the toilet.
    • Quotes

      The Colonel: The brigadier wants you to know, your gallantry, your courage, your fortitude, are an inspiration. And I want you to know, that you are some of the finest soldiers I have ever seen. You have seen things in this place no man should witness... some of these things you must forget. For history will remember you. And in the years to come, others will wish that they had your conviction. Remember, remember that glory is not the exultation of war, but the exultation of man, man's nobility made transcendent in the fiery crucible of war. Faithfulness and fortitude... gentleness and compassion... I am honoured to be your brother.

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    7/10
    iconic point of Australian history
    In the mountainous terrain of New Guinea, is the Kokoda trail. A small band of improperly trained and ill equipped soldiers have to keep the advancing Japanese troops, threatening to over take Australia. The Japanese outnumber them one hundred to one; though this isn't their only threat; disease and injured soldiers are dropping like flies, holding out till the back up forces arrive.

    Kokoda is a vividly created film on Australia's last stand against the Japanese army. Not covering all of war in New Guinea, we are only shown a small part, focusing in the fight of this small band of soldiers. Director Alister Grierson draws out the gritty detail of the land; the mud and rain in the claustrophobic rain forest. The are scenes of great intensity that play out like a horror film, mixed with some beautiful cinematography by Jules O'Loughlin.

    Iconic part of Australian history aside, Kokoda isn't that great of a war film. Though struck with budget restraints, the problem lies within the script. The first acts seems omitted, plunging us right into action, there's not a lot of setup. The Characters aren't fleshed out, we don't know who these people are, making it hard to make an emotional connection; even though your placed right in the horror with them.

    In a great performance, Jack Finsterer is amazing as Jack, leader of the small band of soldiers. Equally great is Travis McMahon as the hot-headed Darko. The rest of the cast doesn't compare to Jack and Travis, with cameos from Shane Bourne and William McInnes.

    While Kokoda is not a epic war film, for which it should have been, Kokoda is a wonderful experience, paying homage to our war heroes.
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    • Apr 23, 2006

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    • Release date
      • 2007 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • Australia
    • Official site
      • Official site
    • Languages
      • English
      • German
    • Also known as
      • Kokoda: batallón 39
    • Filming locations
      • Mount Tamborine, Queensland, Australia
    • Production companies
      • Australian Film Finance Corporation (AFFC)
      • GFN Productions
      • Pacific Film and Television Commission
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    • Gross worldwide
      • $2,249,162
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    • Runtime
      1 hour 32 minutes
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Dolby Digital
    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.85 : 1

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