(2017): The Legend Of Ben Hall

Jack Martin (Ben Hall), Jamie Coffa (John Gilbert), and William Lee (John Dunn).

The cinematography captures the rugged, isolated beauty of the Australian bush , which serves as both a sanctuary and a prison for the gang. Production Notes Director: Matthew Holmes The Legend of Ben Hall (2017)

The film was originally intended to be the first in a trilogy titled The Legends of Bushrebellion , focusing on other outlaws like Frank Gardiner and Captain Thunderbolt. Jack Martin (Ben Hall), Jamie Coffa (John Gilbert),

Along with a new, hot-headed recruit named , the trio forms the Hall Gang . They embark on a series of robberies across the colony that cements their status as outlaws. As their crimes escalate—particularly the accidental killing of a police officer—the government declares them outlaws , meaning they can be shot on sight by anyone. The film focuses on the psychological toll of life on the run, the shifting loyalties of their "supporters," and the inevitable betrayal that leads to Hall’s famous final stand. Key Themes & Style Along with a new, hot-headed recruit named ,

The film portrays Hall not as a flamboyant hero, but as a tired, tragic figure trapped by his own choices and the harsh laws of the era.

Unlike many stylized Westerns, director Matthew Holmes prioritized historical precision in the dialogue, costumes, and the specific details of Hall's death.