Ned Kelly's Revenge
Ned Kelly's Revenge

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Ned Kelly's Revenge

2018
Movie
1 min
English

The infamous Kelly Gang is at it again spreading mischief and death throughout bush. However, their gunfire has attracted unwanted attention from the local police. When shots are let loose, which side will come out on top...

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IMDb5.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes72%
Metacritic61/100
Google Users75%
Director: Greg McLeanGenres: Action, Adventure, Biography, Crime, Drama, History, Western

Plot Summary

In 1880, the infamous Australian outlaw Ned Kelly and his gang make their final stand against the colonial police. Cornered and desperate, Kelly faces betrayal from within and overwhelming odds from without as he fights for his freedom and his perceived right to justice.

Critical Reception

The film garnered mixed to positive reviews, with many critics praising its gritty portrayal of the final days of the legendary outlaw and its visual style. However, some noted that it struggled to offer a fresh perspective on a well-trodden historical figure.

What Reviewers Say

  • Visually striking with a compelling central performance.

  • Offers a brutal and unflinching look at the legend of Ned Kelly.

  • Familiar story told with new energy, though perhaps not groundbreaking.

Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's action sequences and historical setting, finding it an engaging if somewhat conventional retelling of the Ned Kelly saga. Some viewers felt it lacked the emotional depth of previous interpretations.

Fun Fact

Despite being set in Australia and depicting an iconic Australian figure, the film features several American actors in supporting roles, a deliberate choice by the filmmakers to broaden its international appeal.

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lachlanheron

lachlanheron

Wow where can I begin, before going into this movie I did not expect it to for the better, change my life. The excellent performance by Harvey Meyer as Ned Kelly, and the emotional yet jaw dropping death from actor Ethan Pearce. My life is ...