Absent Without Leave
A True Story of Love, Conscience and Duty
In 1942 Wellington, Daisy Edwards, 16 and pregnant, relies totally on her just-wed husband, Ed, who is little older than she. Ed is suddenly drafted into the army and is to be sent overseas to battle while Daisy is sent to her father in Auckland. When Ed's leave is cancelled at the last minute he takes the dangerous decision to go absent without leave to be with Daisy on her journey home. As a deserter, Ed is hunted, captured and imprisoned. Life inside is bad enought without the worry of what is going on outside. The film is based upon a true story.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: Absent Without Leave
- Genres: Romance, Drama, War
- Release Date: 1993-02-20
- Runtime: 104 minutes
- Rating: 7/10 (1 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies: New Zealand Film Commission, Meridian Films
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 1.3217
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew
Craig McLachlan
as James Edwards
Katrina Hobbs
as Daisy Edwards
Tony Barry
as Peter
Judie Douglass
as Ella
Ken Blackburn
as C.O.
Tony Burton
as Constable
Francis Bell
as Paddy
Robyn Malcolm
as Betty
David Copeland
as Claude
Desmond Kelly
as Daisy's Father
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Absent Without Leave?▼
Absent Without Leave is a Romance, Drama, War movie directed by . It was released on 1993-02-20.
Who are the main actors in Absent Without Leave?▼
The main cast includes Craig McLachlan, Katrina Hobbs, Tony Barry, Judie Douglass, Ken Blackburn, .
Where can I watch Absent Without Leave online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Absent Without Leave is available.
Is Absent Without Leave based on a true story?▼
A True Story of Love, Conscience and Duty
What is the IMDb rating of Absent Without Leave?▼
Absent Without Leave has an IMDb rating of 7/10 based on 1 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of Absent Without Leave?▼
The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for Absent Without Leave?▼
The soundtrack was composed by New Zealand Film Commission, Meridian Films. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was Absent Without Leave filmed?▼
Absent Without Leave was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is Absent Without Leave?▼
The total runtime of Absent Without Leave is 104 minutes.
Is Absent Without Leave suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to Absent Without Leave?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Absent Without Leave.
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