Cast: Mark Hembrow

Direction Gillian Armstrong

Cast Judy Davis · Jan Adele · Claudia Karvan · Colin Friels

Direction Russell Mulcahy

Cast Geoffrey Rush · Judy Davis · Jesse Spencer · Tim Draxl

Synopsis Swimming Upstream (2003) chronicles the gripping and motivational true journey of Tony Fingleton, a youth from a troubled household who discovered the inner fortitude to achieve greatness. Adapted from Anthony Fingleton’s autobiographical novel and set in the 1950s in Brisbane,...

Direction Peter Andrikidis · Rachel Ward · Rowan Woods

Cast Brian Cox · Rena Owen · Aaron Fa'aoso · Jimi Bani

Synopsis The Straits (TV Miniseries) (2012) unfolds against the backdrop of the vibrant turquoise waters of Australia's Torres Strait, delving into the complex world of a criminal family. The narrative revolves around their illicit activities, including the smuggling of drugs into...

Direction Geoff Burrowes

Cast Tom Burlinson · Sigrid Thornton · Brian Dennehy · Nicholas Eadie

Synopsis The Man from Snowy River II (1988) follows the journey of young Jim Craig as he returns to the Australian high country after an absence spent rounding up and selling horses to secure his future. Upon his return, he encounters...

Direction John Duigan

Cast Nicholas Eadie · Anne Tenney · Huw Williams · Steve Jodrell

Synopsis Fragments of War: The Story of Damien Parer (TV) (1988) delves into the extraordinary life of Damien Parer, a renowned photographer who documented the harrowing realities of World War II. This television film chronicles Parer's journey, highlighting his courageous decision...

Direction Chris Thomson · Di Drew

Cast Scott McGregor · Scott Burgess · Sigrid Thornton · Jackie Woodburne

Synopsis 1915 (TV Miniseries) (1982) follows the journey of two rural youth who enlist in the military and embark on a voyage to the front lines of World War I. The miniseries delves into their experiences as they navigate the challenges...

Direction Gary L. Keady

Cast Rob Hartley · Roz Wason · Jeff Duff · Dagmar Bláhová

Synopsis Sons of Steel (1988) is set in a futuristic Australia where a sinister plot to destroy the iconic Sydney Opera House is uncovered. To thwart this impending disaster, a daring plan is devised: dispatch an agent back through time to...

Direction Marleen Gorris

Cast Paul Freeman · Shelagh McLeod · Patricia Hayes · Kenneth Colley

Synopsis The Last Island (1990) follows a group of seven individuals—five men and two women—who find themselves stranded on an island after a catastrophic air crash. As they grapple with their new reality, they begin to realize that they might be...

Direction Rob Stewart · Peter Andrikidis · Julie Money · Bill Hughes

Cast Andrew Clarke · Simon James · Kate McNeil · Fiona Shannon

Synopsis The Adventures of Skippy (TV Series) (1992) follows the engaging escapades of Sonny Hammond, a dedicated park ranger, and his two curious children, Jerry and Louise. The youngsters frequently find themselves in thrilling adventures that often revolve around environmental themes,...

Direction Maurice Murphy

Cast Christopher Atkins · Julian McMahon · Rebecca Cross · Vanessa Steele

Synopsis Wet and Wild Summer! (1992) follows the journey of Bobby McCain, a dedicated American lifeguard who embarks on an adventure to Australia. Upon arrival, he quickly discovers that the responsibilities and challenges of being a lifeguard in the Southern Hemisphere...

Direction Brian Trenchard-Smith

Cast Mark Hembrow · Tessa Humphries · Linda Newton · Margi Gerard

Synopsis Out of the Body (1989) follows a chilling tale set in Sydney, Australia, where a mysterious, gravity-defying entity is on a killing spree, targeting women and leaving their eyes as grim trophies. The only glimmer of hope in apprehending this...

Direction John Dixon

Cast Jon Blake · Mark Hembrow · Nikki Coghill · Terence Donovan

Synopsis Running from the Guns (1987) follows the misadventures of Pete and Dave, who inadvertently acquire a package from a criminal organization while working at the dock. Their attempt to return the stolen goods proves to be a challenging and perilous...