Dead Heart
“Some people would die for what they believe. Others would kill for it.”
Synopsis
Ray Lorkin, chief lawman in the tiny rural settlement of Wala Wala, Australia, fears that long-simmering tensions between the area's aborigine natives and white settlers are on the verge of erupting. When it's discovered that Kate, the white wife of local schoolteacher Les, has despoiled a sacred site by secretly meeting her aborigine lover, Tony, there, a shocking murder threatens to rip the small town apart.
Top Cast
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Bryan Brown
Ray Lorkin
Ernie Dingo
David
Angie Milliken
Kate
Gnarnayarrahe Waitairie
Poppy
Aaron Pedersen
Tony
John Jarratt
Charlie
David Gulpilil
Second Man in Desert
Berynn Schwerdt
Gordon
Anne Tenney
Sarah
Lewis Fitz-Gerald
Les
Lafe Charlton
Billy
Billy McPherson
First Man in Desert
Stanley Mirindo
Tjulpu
Peter Francis
Mannga
Steve Rodgers
Farrelly
Marshall Napier
Sgt Oakes
Robert Faggetter
Tom Erhart
Courtnee Spessot
Sonia
Release History & Theatrical Window
December 29, 1997
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Nick Parsons
- Screenplay & Story
- Nick Parsons
- Original Score
- Stephen Rae
- Original Title
- Dead Heart
- Country of Origin
- Australia
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 44m
- Production Studios
- Australian Film Finance Corporation, New Town
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Nick Parsons
Nick Parsons
Stephen Rae
James Bartle
Henry Dangar
Department Leadership Roster
Nick Parsons
Director
Henry Dangar
Editor
Nick Parsons
Writer
James Bartle
Director of Photography
Stephen Rae
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Mature Accompanied — Restricted to persons 15 and older.
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dead Heart
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Dead Heart about?
Ray Lorkin, chief lawman in the tiny rural settlement of Wala Wala, Australia, fears that long-simmering tensions between the area's aborigine natives and white settlers are on the verge of erupting. When it's discovered that Kate, the white wife of local schoolteacher Les, has despoiled a sacred site by secretly meeting her aborigine lover, Tony, there, a shocking murder threatens to rip the small town apart.
Who directed Dead Heart?
Dead Heart was directed by Nick Parsons.
Who stars in Dead Heart?
The principal cast of Dead Heart includes Bryan Brown, Ernie Dingo, Angie Milliken, Gnarnayarrahe Waitairie, Aaron Pedersen.
When was Dead Heart released and how long is it?
Dead Heart was released in 1996 with a total runtime of 1h 44m.
Who composed the musical score for Dead Heart?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Dead Heart was composed by Stephen Rae.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Dead Heart?
Dead Heart holds official age classifications: AU: MA15+ (Mature Accompanied — Restricted to persons 15 and older.).