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Rating: 6.10/10 from 3200 votes

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Kokoda: 39th Battalion

It's 1942, and the Australian 39th Home Guard of just 500 men face a Japanese force of 6000 on the treacherous Kokoda track in New Guinea. In the village of Isurava, it looks like an attack is imminent. A patrol from the 39th, led by an AIF lieutenant (Ben Barrack) from North Africa, are about to go out for the night. The patrol consists of Jack and Max Scholt (Jack Finsterer and Simon Stone), Darko (Travis McMahon), Burke (Luke Ford), Johnno (Tom Budge), Sam (Steve Le Marquand), Dan (Angus Sampson), Blue (Christopher Baker) and Wilstead (Ewen Leslie). Johnno is suffering from dysentery.

Early on patrol, a camouflaged Japanese soldier slits the Lieutenant's throat, before tackling Wilstead, and is shot by Dan. A small battle breaks out between the patrol and the attacking enemy, and upon realizing the Japanese are going around the group, retreat to the track. Wilstead runs away, but is bayoneted in the eye by a Japanese soldier. Blue provides covering fire with a Bren gun. As the rest of the men fall back, they realize Johnno has left. Taking cover behind a fallen tree, Max notices Sam has being shot in the knee. A panicked Johnno runs back, frantically calling for Blue. Jack is elected the leader, and he takes Darko back to find Blue, but can only helplessly watch as he is repeatedly stabbed in the stomach and the decapitated. Upon making their way back, they run into a lost Dan, who is shot through the eye. The next day, Jack and Darko come across Max.

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User reviews

Mark Young

6/10

The soundtrack effectively conveys the camaraderie and brotherhood among the soldiers through its poignant themes.

Laura Green

7/10

The use of traditional instruments in the soundtrack adds authenticity to the setting of the movie, transporting listeners to the battlefield.

Daniel Lopez

10/10

The composition of the soundtrack is masterfully done, seamlessly blending orchestral pieces with authentic sounds of the battlefield. The immersive quality of the music transports you to the rugged terrain of New Guinea, making you feel like you are right there alongside the 39th Battalion soldiers.

Donald Green

5/10

The orchestral arrangements in the score enhance the epic scale of the battle scenes and the bravery of the men fighting against the odds.

Elizabeth Campbell

8/10

The orchestration is masterfully done, with each instrument contributing to the overall emotional impact of the music.

Thomas Garcia

6/10

The somber melodies evoke a sense of loss and sacrifice, reflecting the harsh realities of war portrayed in the movie.

Ashley Gonzalez

3/10

Additionally, the use of repetitive musical motifs throughout the film becomes monotonous and predictable, diminishing the impact of key moments and failing to evoke the intended emotions. The lack of variation in the soundtrack hinders the overall viewing experience, making it difficult for the audience to fully connect with the characters and their struggles.

Dorothy Harris

7/10

The main theme of the soundtrack is memorable and evocative, staying with the listener long after the movie has ended.

Betty Lewis

10/10

One of the standout aspects of the film's soundtrack is how it enhances the emotional depth of the characters' experiences. The music swells and recedes with the characters' struggles, making their journey on the Kokoda track even more impactful and heart-wrenching.