The read
It runs a compact 1h 18m.
Synopsis
1814. Van Diemen’s Land, the notorious British penal colony, has dissolved into chaos. Outlaws roaming the wilderness have pushed the colonial government to breaking point. Driven by a deep sense of loyalty and an unquenchable hatred towards those he once served, English convict Michael Howe and a young aboriginal girl turn a desperate band of convicts, deserters and bushmen into a fearsome guerrilla army and lead them in open rebellion against the brutal, corrupt establishment. As the British hunt the outlaws, Howe remains an elusive prize. In desperation, the Governor makes the capture of Howe’s pregnant girl his priority. An epic story of love and betrayal, The Outlaw Michael Howe chronicles the astonishing true story of the man who pushed Australia to the brink of civil war.
Ratings
7 audience votes
Key crew
- Brendan CowellDirector
- Brendan CowellWriter
- Roger MasonOriginal Music Composer
Cast
- Damon HerrimanMichael Howe
- Mirrah FoulkesMaria Lord
- Rarriwuy HickMary
- Matt DayMagistrate Robert Knopwood
- Darren GilshenanLieutenant Governor Tom Davey
- Benedict HardiePeter Septon
- Pip MillerMagistrate Humphrey
- Kevin MacIsaacJohn Whitehead
- Nick FalkCaptain Bill Nairn
- Iain LangWorrell
- Patrick ConnollyCarlisle
- Nicholas CassimLieutenant Governor William Sorell