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The Postcard Bandit

The Postcard Bandit

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2003
1h 46m
5.4(6 votes)
Action
Crime
Drama
TV Movie

Overview

The story of notorious Australian bank robber Brendan Abbott, who according to the myth, sent postcards to authorities hot on his trail while on the run across the country.

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Nine Network Australia
Australian Film Finance Corporation

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