Cast: Wendy Hughes

Direction Gillian Armstrong

Cast Judy Davis · Sam Neill · Wendy Hughes · Robert Grubb

Synopsis My Brilliant Career (1979) follows the journey of Sybylla, a spirited young woman navigating life in early 20th-century Australia. Sybylla, portrayed by Judi Davis, faces a pivotal moment when she is offered marriage to a wealthy suitor, Harry, played by...

Direction Bruce Beresford

Cast Glenn Close · Frances McDormand · Pauline Collins · Cate Blanchett

Synopsis Paradise Road (1997) follows a diverse ensemble of women from various nations and social backgrounds who find themselves confined in a Japanese POW camp during World War II. Among them is Adrienne, a talented musician who holds a degree from...

Direction Karen Arthur

Cast Rebecca Gilling · Wendy Hughes · James Smilie · James Reyne

Synopsis Return to Eden (TV Miniseries) (1983) spans 266 minutes and follows the dramatic journey of Stephanie Harper, a woman who seemingly has everything—beauty, wealth, and a devoted husband. Her world shatters when her husband betrays her with her closest friend...

Direction Paul Moloney · Julian McSwiney · Marcus Cole · Colin Budds

Cast Guy Pearce · Hugh Jackman · Andrew Clarke · Brett Climo

Synopsis Snowy River: The McGregor Saga (TV Series) (1993) is a television series that aired from 1993 to 1996, inspired by Banjo Paterson's iconic poem "The Man from Snowy River." The narrative unfolds in the picturesque town of Paterson's Ridge, nestled...

Direction Donald Wrye

Cast Kris Kristofferson · Robert Urich · Wendy Hughes · Sam Neill

Synopsis Amerika (TV Miniseries) (1987) presents an alternate reality where the United States has been peacefully seized by the Soviet Union. This takeover results in a divided society, with some citizens forced into labor camps, others choosing to work with the...

Direction Michael Austin

Cast Phoebe Cates · Jim Broadbent · Wendy Hughes · Dougray Scott

Direction Zalman King

Cast Nina Siemaszko · Wendy Hughes · Tom Skerritt · Robert Davi

Synopsis Wild Orchid II: Two Shades of Blue (1991) follows the journey of Blue, a young woman who resides with her jazz musician father, Ham. Tragedy strikes when Ham falls gravely ill and passes away, leaving Blue to fend for herself....

Direction Larry Shaw

Cast Melissa Gilbert · Jack Scalia · Pernell Roberts · Wendy Hughes

Synopsis Donor (1990) follows Dr. Kristine Lipton as she uncovers peculiar occurrences within the hospital where she is employed. The strange events begin when a friend of hers is fatally attacked by an elderly, impoverished patient. The assailant flees the scene...

Direction Stuart Orme

Cast Pierce Brosnan · Tom Skerritt · Wendy Hughes · Noble Willingham

Synopsis The Heist (TV) (1989) follows the story of Neil Skinner, a former San Diego racetrack-security expert turned ex-convict, who was betrayed and set up by his former partner, Ebbet. Ebbet has since taken control of the racetrack's security and has...

Direction Paul Cox

Cast Wendy Hughes · Norman Kaye · Jon Finlayson · Julia Blake

Synopsis Lonely Hearts (1982) presents a quirky romantic tale where an eccentric, middle-aged piano tuner forms an unexpected bond with a shy and reserved office worker. The film explores the blossoming of an unusual relationship between these two contrasting characters, offering...

Direction Phillip Noyce

Cast Wendy Hughes · John Lone · Steve Jacobs · Peta Toppano

Synopsis Shadows of the Peacock (1987) unfolds a captivating tale of romance between an Australian lady and a Balinese dancer. The narrative delves into the cultural and emotional intricacies that arise from their unlikely union, set against the vibrant backdrop of...

Direction Phillip Noyce

Cast Bill Hunter · Wendy Hughes · Gerard Kennedy · Chris Haywood

Synopsis Newsfront (1978) follows the journey of a group of dedicated individuals working at Cinetone, a newsreel production company in post-war Australia. The narrative delves into their efforts to create compelling weekly news reels for cinema audiences, capturing the essence of...

Direction Larry Peerce

Cast Roma Downey · Stephen Collins · William Devane · Joss Ackland

Synopsis A Woman Named Jackie (TV Miniseries) (1991) is a six-part television event inspired by C. David Heymann's 1989 best-selling book, presenting a sympathetic portrayal of Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis. The miniseries explores Jackie's life through various lenses, depicting her as a...

Direction Mark Joffe

Cast Billy Connolly · Judy Davis · Colin Friels · Wendy Hughes

Direction Claude Whatham

Cast John Hargreaves · Judy Davis · Dennis Miller · Wendy Hughes

Synopsis Hoodwink (1981) follows the intriguing tale of a convicted bank robber who, while incarcerated, feigns blindness to secure an early release from prison. Law enforcement officials are skeptical of his claim, but a compassionate minister's wife, seeking to alleviate her...

Direction Paul Cox

Cast John Hargreaves · Wendy Hughes · Lucy Angwin · David Cameron

Synopsis My First Wife (1984) explores the unraveling of John and Helen's marital bond and the consequences that follow their separation. The narrative delves into the emotional turmoil and personal growth experienced by both individuals as they navigate the complexities of...

Direction Paul Cox

Cast Nicholas Hope · Gosia Dobrowolska · Claudia Karvan · Victoria Eagger

Synopsis Lust and Revenge (1996) follows a man who, seeking a tax deduction, allows his seemingly unproductive daughter to oversee the donation of a sculpture. This decision sets in motion a series of unexpected events that intertwine themes of desire and...

Direction Carl Schultz

Cast Wendy Hughes · Robyn Nevin · Nicholas Gledhill · John Hargreaves

Direction Peter Maxwell

Cast Wendy Hughes · Charles Tingwell · Patrick Ward · Chantal Contouri

Synopsis Is There Anybody There? (1975) follows the story of Kate, a stunning woman who is discharged from a sanatorium, oblivious to the fact that during her absence, her husband John has started a romantic involvement with her sister Marianne. The...

Direction Quentin Masters

Cast Tom Skerritt · Ian Gilmour · Giselle Morgan · Shane Porteous

Synopsis A Dangerous Summer (1982) follows the story of an American who co-owns a rundown hotel in Australia. After the hotel goes up in flames, the American co-owner is determined to uncover the truth behind the blaze. The investigation delves into...