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1880. British India. Robert Case, a half-caste lieutenant, is unjustly discharged from the British Army. He joins the rebel Bengali tribesmen offensive against the colonial enemy. They capture a foreign journalist and Case recounts his story of false accusation on trumped-up charges, instigated by the bigotry and racism of his commanding officers. Following a successful attack by the British against the rebels Case is brutally shot by Colonel Drewe, his accuser. The journalist returns home determined to report the true story of The Brigand of Kandahar.
During the Second Anglo-Afghan War, a British officer is stranded behind enemy lines after his patrol is ambushed. He must navigate the treacherous terrain and hostile tribes to make his way back to British territory. Along the way, he encounters a wily Pathan brigand who becomes his unlikely guide and protector. Their journey tests their loyalties and survival instincts in a land rife with conflict.
The Brigand of Kandahar received a mixed to positive reception upon its release. Critics often praised its adventurous spirit and exotic setting, though some found the plot to be somewhat predictable. The performances, particularly from Ronald Fraser, were generally well-regarded for their intensity.
Praised for its engaging adventure and remote location.
Some critics found the narrative to be a bit formulaic.
Ronald Fraser's performance as the brigand was a highlight.
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The film was shot on location in Spain, standing in for the rugged landscapes of Afghanistan.
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Straight out of Rudyard Kipling's standard book of Raj adventures, this sees the disgraced "Lt. Case" (Ronald Lewis) dragooned from his regiment only to take up with their mountain-dwelling nemesis "Eli Khan" (Oliver Reed) swearing vengeanc...