Peter Whitford
Peter Whitford (born 1939) is an Australian former radio, theatre, television and film character actor known for numerous roles particularly as wealthy businessmen and members of the aristocracy. Whitford an actor, playwright, director and singer started his career firstly in... Read full bio →
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Fool's Gold
A new clue to the whereabouts of a lost treasure rekindles a married couple's sense of adventure and their estranged romance.
Black and White
Recreation of the landmark 1958 South Australian Court trial of young aboriginal Max Stuart.
The Man Who Sued God
The Man Who Sued God is a boisterous romantic comedy about a man who decides to sue God after his fishing boat is destroyed by lighting and his insurance company refuses to pay out, declaring it an act of God.
Moulin Rouge!
A poet falls for a beautiful courtesan whom a jealous duke covets in this stylish musical, with music drawn from familiar 20th century sources.
Oscar and Lucinda
Set in the 19th century, an unconventional British minister falls in love with a free-spirited Australian heiress. Together they set out to bring a glass church to the Australian outback.
Strictly Ballroom
Brave new steps put Scott's career in jeopardy. With a new partner and determination, can he still succeed?
Dead End Drive-In
In the future, a health nut and his tag-along girlfriend become trapped in a drive-in theater that has become a concentration camp for outcast youths.
Phar Lap
Phar Lap, the big bold chestnut reigned as the king of the turf in the depression that gripped Australia of the 1930s. From his humble beginnings the New Zealand bred horse raced on to become the hero of a nation.
Careful, He Might Hear You
Abandoned by his father after his mother dies, young PS lives in suburban Sydney with his aunt Lila and her husband George. While they lead a modest existence, PS is happy with them. However, his contentment is derailed when Lila's wealthy sister, Vanessa, returns from England and takes an interest in PS.
My Brilliant Career
A young woman who is determined to maintain her independence finds herself at odds with her family who wants her to tame her wild side and get married.