Spies and Lies
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A true story. 1942. New Zealand is at war. Times are desperate. The Japanese invasion seems imminent. At this perilous moment, confidence trickster Syd Ross completes his sentence and is released from Waikeria Prison. He makes a phone call and finds himself in front of Prime Minister Fraser. Syd tells a tale of sabotage and assassination, of a Nazi plot to take over New Zealand.
Spies and Lies is a 2010 New Zealand historical drama based on true events from 1942, when the country faced Japanese invasion threats during World War II. The film follows confidence trickster Syd Ross, who upon his release from prison, convinces Prime Minister Fraser of an elaborate Nazi plot targeting New Zealand. This little-known WWII story explores deception, espionage, and political intrigue during one of the nation's most vulnerable moments.
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Antony StarrRoss
John SessionsFolkes
Kelson HendersonCaptain Steven- Eddie CampbellRemmers
Ingrid ParkMrs Steven
James BeaumontSemple
Antonia PrebbleMavis
Nic SampsonConstable Egan
Ian MuneJim Cummings
Cameron RhodesRex Mason
Jason HoyteBob Martini
John LeighMr. Barrett
Curtis VowellPolice Officer 1
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Spies and Lies — frequently asked
When was Spies and Lies released?
Spies and Lies was released on November 14, 2010.
Is Spies and Lies based on a true story?
Yes, the film is based on true events from 1942 New Zealand, centering on a real confidence trickster named Syd Ross and his encounter with Prime Minister Fraser during WWII.
What is the plot about?
The film follows Syd Ross, a recently released prisoner who approaches Prime Minister Fraser with claims of a Nazi sabotage and assassination plot against New Zealand during a time when Japanese invasion seemed imminent.
What genres does this film belong to?
Spies and Lies is a historical drama that blends spy thriller elements with true-story historical events.
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