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The story is the tragedy of a young police constable, new to the force and tongue-tied with inhibitions. Circumstances move him to murder, not only of a man, but also of his own morality. The dialogue - screenplay by David Williamson - is a unique combination of irony, cynicism, naivety and vulgar vitality, and the film explores subtle relationships. Based on the play by David Williamson. Stars John Hargreaves, Peter Cummins, Kate Fitzpatrick, Jacki Weaver and Chris Haywood.
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Credits
Collection metadata
ACMI Identifier
325046
Language
English
Audience classification
MA
Subject categories
Crime, Espionage, Justice, Police & Prisons → Murder
Feature films → Feature films - Australia
Literature → Australian literature - Film and video adaptations
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Colour
Holdings
VHS; Access Print (Section 1)