Heatwave
Mar 08, 1982 | IMDB 5.2
91 min Watch NowDrama
During a Christmas heatwave, a community activist attempts to stop a redevelopment project that is displacing residents in the Kings Cross section of Sydney.
Drama
During a Christmas heatwave, a community activist attempts to stop a redevelopment project that is displacing residents in the Kings Cross section of Sydney.
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Walkabout
Maslin Beach
Coat of Arms
I Miss You When I See You
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IMDB 5.8 | Nov , 2007
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IMDB 6.4 | Dec , 1997
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IMDB 10 | Aug , 1984
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IMDB 8 | Jun , 1978
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IMDB 7 | Oct , 2015
In 1950s Australia, beautiful, talented dressmaker Tilly returns to her tiny hometown to right wrongs from her past. As she tries to reconcile with her mother, she starts to fall in love while transforming the fashion of the town.Porcelain
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IMDB 6 | Aug , 2009
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IMDB 6.9 | Nov , 1985
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IMDB 6.1 | Apr , 1991
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IMDB 5.4 | Aug , 2009
In the Summer of 1965 a young man is filled with the life of the idyllic old pearling port Broome - fishing, hanging out with his mates and his girl. However his mother returns him to the religious mission for further schooling. After being punished for an act of youthful rebellion, he runs away from the mission on a journey that ultimately leads him back home.The Picture Show Man
IMDB 6.5 | May , 1977
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IMDB 6.4 | Sep , 1977
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IMDB 4.3 | Jan , 1997
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IMDB 5.5 | Apr , 2018
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IMDB 5.8 | Dec , 1977
Two seemingly separate stories in New South Wales: a burned, murdered body of a young woman is found on the beach, and a retired inspector makes inquiries; also, Linda, a waitress and ferry attendant, has several lovers and marries one, but continues seeing the others. The police have a suspect in the murder, but the retired inspector is convinced they're wrong; he continues a methodical investigation. Linda and her husband separate, and there are complications. Will the stories cross or are they already twisted together?Bondi Boy
IMDB 0 | Jan , 2025
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IMDB 7.3 | Aug , 2011
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