The Woods Are Burning
Logline
The story has a two tiered structure. The bigger story is about the Timor campaign involving Australian commandos in WW2. The more personal story deals with how three different characters undergo positive psychological change dealing with the Timorese people and their invading enemy, Japan.
Genre
War,Adventure,Drama,Action
Short Summary
The story begins with Jack Hannan showing his toughness and vulnerability in a two-up ring and boxing match and Doc Woodley demonstrating his remarkable abilities as a sniper while shooting kangaroos. He battles to controls his nerves brought on by a damaged relationship with his father.
Jack Hannan surrenders to his fate on his death bed and shows his deep and abiding friendship with Andy Barry, his comrade in Timor. Doc Wheatley forgives his father and comes to terms with his troubled past.The Timor experience has given them a new perspective in dealing with their inner conflicts
Setting
Australia and Timor
Based on a True Story
Yes
Plot - Premise
Internal Journey/Rebirth,Voyage and Return
Plot - Other Elements
Philosophical Questions
Mature Audience Themes
Extreme Violence
Main Character Details
Name: 1. Jack Hannan
Age: 1. 32
Gender: Male
Role: Protagonist
Key Traits: Complex,Heroic,Honorable,Masculine,Skillful,Decisive,Empathetic
Additional Character Details
Name: Doc Woodley
Age: 25
Gender: Male
Role: Mentor
Key Traits: Adventurous,Aggressive,Complex,Faithful,Heroic,Honorable,Insecure,Skillful
Additional Character Details
Name: Andy Barry
Age: 24
Gender: Male
Role: emotional
Key Traits: Complex,Empathetic,Faithful,Insecure,Underdog
Additional Character Details
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