Death of a Soldier
In wartime Melbourne, a shocking series of murders reveals that the killer is an American serviceman stationed with Allied troops. James Coburn anchors the film as Major Patrick Dannenberg, the officer assigned to defend the soldier in court, despite the explosive political stakes. Reb Brown portrays the disturbed private whose crimes threaten both local trust and international relations, while Bill Hunter adds depth as an Australian investigator. Directed by Philippe Mora, the film mixes courtroom drama with historical crime thriller, exposing the dark undercurrents beneath the camaraderie of World War II.
