DramaHistoryWarCrimeHD1h 33m1986enReleased

Death of a Soldier

The obscenity of war. The brutality of murder. The travesty of justice.

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Overview

Based on a true story, James Coburn portrays a military lawyer assigned to defend a confessed psychotic killer. Set in the context of WWII and the uneasy US-Australian military alliance. The accused killer claims to have killed 3 women in order to possess their voices. Despite the defense lawyer's concerns that the killer is not fit to stand trial, the US military presses forward with the case and its desire to have the killer executed in order to strengthen the shaky alliance.

Frequently Asked Questions & Story Details

Who directed Death of a Soldier?

Death of a Soldier was directed by Philippe Mora.

Where was Death of a Soldier produced?

It was produced by companies including Suatu Film Management LTD. in Australia.

Death of a Soldier Ending Explained & Trivia

The ending of Death of a Soldier wraps up key thematic points regarding its characters. The film showcases excellent use of sound design, writing, and visual effects to create an immersive cinematic environment. For full analysis of ending theories, you can check out our corresponding articles in the Lumaflicks Blog section.

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Production

Suatu Film Management LTD.
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