The Legend of Ben Hall

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The Legend of Ben Hall

2016

2h 19m

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Western

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Bush ranger Ben Hall is drawn back into crime by the reappearance of his old friend. The duo takes on a new recruit and soon begins a spree of robberies and crimes across New South Wales. After killing two policemen, the three become the most wanted men in the colony when the government declares that they can be shot on sight. Fearing for his life, Ben makes desperate plans to flee the colony, but with a such a large bounty on their heads, treachery abounds where he least expects it.

Sheri Linden

The Hollywood Reporter

Holmes' unfocused screenplay makes clear that his subject was an honorable thief (Hall never took a life), but the writer-director never makes any of it matter.

Dec 17, 2016

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Michael Rechtshaffen

Los Angeles Times

Often the word "legend" in a film title can be a fairly good indicator that you're not in for a breezy frolic, but that still doesn't prepare you for the ponderously protracted slog that is "The Legend of Ben Hall."

Dec 15, 2016

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David Stratton

The Australian

As portrayed by Jack Martin, the bushranger is an imposing figure, tall craggy, blue-eyed and charming when he wants to be. But his motivations, except for the fact he wants his son back, remain sketchy.

Rated: 2.5/5

Dec 2, 2016

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Jason Di Rosso

The Final Cut

The film is a rich, if flawed, portrait of a haunted man and a romantic tribute to the Australian bush as a mirage of freedom.

Nov 20, 2017

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Anthony Ray Bench

Film Threat

The Legend of Ben Hall doesn't offer much, especially those not well-versed on legendary Australian bushrangers. It's probably a good idea just to skip this one.

Rated: 6/10

Aug 30, 2017

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Brian Orndorf

Blu-ray.com

As a celebration of a life lived on its own terms, it's a bit unappetizing, trying to make a hero out of a man who spent the majority of his life making trouble for others.

Rated: C+

Aug 2, 2017

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James R

This is a great movie. Great special effects, great story, great scenery, great action with great actors. Based on true events. This review isn't about condoning bad behavior. This review is about a great movie that holds my attention.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

08/25/25

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Joshua H

MORE MORE MORE! We need more good Bushranger movies or series. MORE!

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

09/16/24

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Mick F

An outstanding film depicting Ben Hall and his Gang of bushrangers. Cinematography, costumes and acting and story line are first class.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

10/18/23

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Audience Member

Ben Hall is an outback western that is probably 25 minutes too long. Ben was known for being an outlaw, but not taking lives in the process. Based on a true story...was a little sleepy for me.

Rated 2.5 out of 5 stars

01/12/23

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Ron G

The character of Jamie Coffa was insufferable. Casting a flamboyant gay as a tough guy cowboy was the height of poor casting. His frequent gay laugh was beyond grating and made me want to mute the movie or just plain stop it. I only watched it to the end because my wife wanted to finish watching it.

Rated 1.5 out of 5 stars

11/18/21

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Audience Member

I thought the movie was good overall as it tells the story of Ben Hall who was an outlaw or Bushranger in Australia on the run, but still, a decent man who cared about his family and never killed anyone.

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

01/13/23

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Bush ranger Ben Hall is drawn back into crime by the reappearance of his old friend. The duo takes on a new recruit and soon begins a spree of robberies and crimes across New South Wales. After killing two policemen, the three become the most wanted men in the colony when the government declares that they can be shot on sight. Fearing for his life, Ben makes desperate plans to flee the colony, but with a such a large bounty on their heads, treachery abounds where he least expects it.

Director: Matthew Holmes
Producer: Russell Cunningham, Jessica Pearce, Matthew Holmes, Michael Favelle
Screenwriter: Matthew Holmes
Production Co: The Legend of Ben Hall Movie
Genre: Action, Biography, History, Drama, Western
Original Language: Australian English
Release Date (Streaming): Aug 1, 2017
Runtime: 2h 19m

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