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The power of seduction is explored in this dramatic thriller where corruption is rife in the business and political world. Media tycoon Michael Bergman (John Savage) meets a married executive secretary (Kerry Armstrong) and the two begin an affair. She, seduced by promises and material wealth, falls for Michael and moves into his mansion and life for good. Once part of his domain, however, like a moth to the flame (a literal image in the film) her new world starts to unravel. Written, directed and produced by Frank Howson. Cast includes Guy Pearce, Rebecca Rigg, Jeffrey Thomas, Rhys McConnochie, Nicholas Bell.
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Collection metadata
ACMI Identifier
319153
Languages
English
English
Audience classification
M (15+)
Subject categories
Courtroom, Crime, Espionage & Thrillers
Courtroom, Crime, Espionage & Thrillers → Thrillers
Crime, Espionage, Justice, Police & Prisons → Corruption
Crime, Espionage, Justice, Police & Prisons → Rape
Crime, Espionage, Justice, Police & Prisons → White collar crimes
Economics, Philosophy, Politics, Religion & Sociology → Corruption
Family, Gender Identity, Relationships & Sexuality → Adultery
Family, Gender Identity, Relationships & Sexuality → Sexual attraction
Feature films → Feature films - Australia
Food, Health, Lifestyle, Medicine, Psychology & Safety → Marriage
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Colour
Holdings
DVD; Access Print (Section 1)