BBC comedy-drama series about the life of Reg Toomer (Tim Healy), an ex-pat Briton living in Australia and running Melbourne Confidential, a failing private detective agency with his shifty business partner Dennis Tontine. His estranged young cousin Leslie arrives in Melbourne from the United Kingdom after a painful divorce looking for fun and excitement in the new world, instead he finds himself used as a drone for Melbourne Confidential.
Grass Roots is an Australian television series produced by the Australian Broadcasting Corporation between 2000 and 2003. The series is set around the fictional Arcadia Waters Council near Sydney, and was primarily a satirical look at the machinations of local government. It was written by Geoffrey Atherden. Part of the series was filmed in the inner west Sydney suburb of Concord. Many external shots of Arcadia waters Council chambers used Concord Council Chambers as a setting and as was other various locations around Concord, particularly in the shopping centre and cafes in Majors Bay Road. Beach scenes were filmed at Mona Vale, New South Wales on Sydney's northern beaches, while the location "Cemetery Point" was filmed at the Mona Vale headland reserve.
Janus is an Australian drama television series screened on the Australian Broadcasting Corporation in 1994 and 1995. Two series were produced, with a total of 26 episodes. Janus was a spin-off series from the earlier ABC-TV crime series Phoenix. Loosely based on the true story of Melbourne's Pettingill family and the Walsh Street police shootings, Janus follows the bitterly-fought prosecutions of a notorious criminal family, the Hennesseys, from the viewpoints of the family, the police and, in particular, the lawyers, prosecutors, barristers and judges involved in all aspects of the story. When the series begins, four members of the infamous Hennessey clan are acquitted of the shooting of two young policemen in a bungled bank heist. The city of Melbourne is shocked as brothers Mal and Steve, along with brother-in-law Darren Mack and friend Ken Hardy, walk free. The prosecutors, judges, magistrates and police—many modelled heavily on real-life legal figures—are determined to put the Hennessey members behind bars if they can. But corruption, legal loopholes, delays, and stretched resources combine to make the quest to jail the group far from straightforward.
Cyclone Tracy is a 1986 Australian mini series about Cyclone Tracy.
This classic saga spans the early days of British settlement in Australia from 1788-1811, depicting the lives of a group of people, convicts and settlers, against the background of the events of the period - Governor Phillip's attempts to understand the Aborigines and his conflicts with the military, the tragic story of Bennelong, Governors King and Bligh, the Rum Rebellion, Macquarie and the crossing of the Blue Mountains.
Alvin Purple was an Australian television situation comedy series made by the Australian Broadcasting Corporation in 1976. The series followed continued adventures of the title character, previously featured in successful sex comedy feature films Alvin Purple and Alvin Purple Rides Again. Graeme Blundell reprises the role of Alvin in the series. Alvin cohabitates with a new character, flatmate Spike. As in the films various women inexplicably lust after Alvin. The women were played by a stream of recognisable Australian actors in guest starring roles including Tina Bursill, Jackie Weaver, Belinda Giblin, June Rich, Jane Harders, Pamela Gibbons, Kirrily Nolan, Peta Peita, Judy Lynne, Suzanne Church, Carla Hoogeveen, Chantal Contouri, Anya Saleky. Dawn Lake and Leonard Teale also acted in the series.
Sleeping Beauty follows the story of a college student named Lucy who becomes involved in a hidden world of sexual desires and exploitation. After taking a job at a high-end hotel, she is introduced to a secret society that offers clients the opportunity to have sex with a woman in an unconscious state. As Lucy is drawn deeper into this dark world, she must confront her own desires and question the morality of her choices. With themes of power, control, and exploitation, Sleeping Beauty is a provocative exploration of human sexuality.
Cupids arrow has hit the coastal town of Seafront Sands. A lonely soul will discover a secret about the love we all share for the first time.
An American sharpshooter named Matthew Quigley travels to Australia in the 19th century to work for a wealthy rancher. However, he soon discovers that his new employer is involved in a dangerous conflict with an Australian aborigine tribe. As he becomes embroiled in the conflict, Quigley must use his skills and ingenuity to survive.
Shine tells the story of David Helfgott, a child prodigy pianist from Australia who experiences a breakdown and battles with schizophrenia. The movie follows his journey as he overcomes his mental illness and returns to the world of music.
Based on the best selling Camino memoir of the same name by Bill Bennett, the film documents one man's journey along the Camino de Santiago, searching for meaning, not realizing it was right in front of him, one step at a time.
Set in the 1890s, a young man takes on the dangerous job of capturing wild horses and faces numerous challenges, including a fierce rivalry and a treacherous river, as he strives to save his father's struggling ranch.
In the midst of the Boer War, three Australian soldiers are brought to trial for alleged war crimes. As the court-martial unfolds, it becomes clear that the officers were following orders from higher-ranked British officials. The defense lawyer does his best to prove that the accused soldiers were scapegoats in a politically motivated trial.
Come and take a trip 'Down Under' and witness seven stories about the lives and loves of these men and boys from across Australia. From historical beginnings in the 1600's all the way through to noughties truck stop dilemmas, present day road trip romancing and faces from the past returning for a final goodbye. The 7 short films are: Burning Soul (2016); Miles (2017); Infidels (2017); Eric (2014); What Grown-Ups Know (2004); All Good Things (2019); The Dam (2016).
A television reporter from New York City travels to the Australian Outback to investigate a string of mysterious deaths. He soon discovers that a giant killer pig, known as the Razorback, is responsible for the killings. As he delves deeper into the investigation, he becomes entangled in a web of deception and danger.
In drought stricken outback Australia a woman fights to save the farm and her marriage.
Return to Nim's Island follows the story of a young girl named Nim who must save her island and its wildlife from being destroyed by poachers. With the help of her animal friends and her own bravery, she embarks on a dangerous journey to rescue a trapped sea lion and stop the poachers from hurting any more animals. Along the way, she discovers the power of friendship and the importance of protecting the environment.
After his wife's sudden death, a widowed father struggles to raise his two sons while dealing with his own grief. As he navigates the challenges of single parenthood, he forms a unique bond with his youngest son's half-brother, creating a makeshift family. Based on a true story.
In 1942, a group of Australian soldiers go on a secret mission to rescue a high-ranking officer from behind enemy lines in the Pacific Theater. Along the way, they face brutal hardships and confront the horrors of war.
In medieval England, a young boy named Griffin navigates through time to find a cure for a deadly plague. Along the way, he faces various challenges and encounters prophetic dreams that guide him in his quest.