The Emu War

The Emu War

Only the dead have seen the end of war

2023 · 73 min · ★ 4.3 · Action, Comedy, Adventure

Based on the infamous Great Emu War of 1932, THE EMU WAR follows a rag tag platoon of soldiers who are driven into a brutal and bloody battle against Australia's deadliest flightless beasts. Haunted by the kidnapping of his son at the hands of the Emus, Major Meredith leads the platoon behind enemy lines in order to kill the emus Leader the Queen Emu.

Directed by Jay Morrissey · Written by Jonathan Schuster

Your Rating

Where to Watch

Rent or Buy

Cast

Damian Callinan Major Meredith
Lisa Fineberg Mary-Sue Meredith
Aaron Gocs Jackie
Dane Simpson Archie
Ben Russell Emu Boy/Graham
Lena Moon Gertrude
Jonathan Schuster Alan
Cameron James Harold Holt
Ethan Marrell Colonel
Luke McGregor Terrified Soldier
Amy Moule Queen Emu
Naomi Higgins Wendy

Trailers & Videos

More from Jay MorrisseySee all →

Please Like Me

Please Like Me · 2013

SeriesDramaComedy

After breaking up with his girlfriend, Josh comes to the realization that he is homosexual. With the support of his now ex girlfriend Claire, and his best friend and house mate Tom, Josh must help his mother with her battle with depression and the rest of his family embrace his new found lifestyle.

The Kids

The Kids · 2023

MovieDocumentary

The Kids follows the lives of five draft hopefuls and their families as they inch towards their dream of making it onto an AFL list.

Working Late

Working Late · 2024

The inner lives of sad, meek, bored and despondent office workers unravel during a late-night staff meeting. Narrated by Lee Lin Chin, Working Late is a black comedy combining live-action performances with miniature sets. Captured in a single locked-off shot, the film utilises digital zooms to offer unique perspectives of a singular event.

More Like This

Couldn't load this row right now.

Rate this film

Your ratings make Midnight smarter