Melvin, Son of Alvin
“Alvin had it! Now Melvin's got it!”
Synopsis
A shy young man is irresistible to women.
Part of the Alvin Purple Collection
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Melvin, Son of Alvin (1984) Roadshow Home Video Australia Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2010-12-02
Top Cast
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Gerry Sont
Melvin Purple
Lenita Psillakis
Gloria
Jon Finlayson
Burnbaum
Tina Bursill
Dee Tanner
Colin McEwan
Mr Simpson
Abigail
Mrs Simpson
David Argue
Cameraman
Arianthe Galani
Mrs Giannis
Graeme Blundell
Alvin Purple
Patsy Martin
Matron
Wayne Tomczyk
Melvin (Aged 3)
Michael Shaw
Melvin (Aged 7)
Silas Kincott
Melvin (Aged 11)
Marianne Collopy
Miss Fosdyke
Adair Stagg
School Crossing Lady
Steve Bastoni
Bullo
Greg Stroud
Ferret
David Beresh
Streaky
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- John Eastway
- Screenplay & Story
- Morris Gleitzman
- Original Score
- Colin Stead
- Original Title
- Melvin, Son of Alvin
- Country of Origin
- Australia
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 27m
- Production Studios
- McElroy & McElroy
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
John Eastway
Morris Gleitzman, Sarah De Teliga, Adam Bowen, Margot Hilton
Colin Stead
Ross Berryman
John Hollands
Jim McElroy
Department Leadership Roster
Morris Gleitzman
Screenplay
John Eastway
Director
Ross Berryman
Director of Photography
Jon Dowding
Production Design
Colin Stead
Original Music Composer
Jim McElroy
Producer
John Hollands
Editor
Dennis Hunt
Stunt Coordinator
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
Restricted — Restricted to adults 18 and older.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Melvin, Son of Alvin
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What is Melvin, Son of Alvin about?
A shy young man is irresistible to women.
Who directed Melvin, Son of Alvin?
Melvin, Son of Alvin was directed by John Eastway.
Who stars in Melvin, Son of Alvin?
The principal cast of Melvin, Son of Alvin includes Gerry Sont, Lenita Psillakis, Jon Finlayson, Tina Bursill, Colin McEwan.
When was Melvin, Son of Alvin released and how long is it?
Melvin, Son of Alvin was released in 1984 with a total runtime of 1h 27m.
Who composed the musical score for Melvin, Son of Alvin?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Melvin, Son of Alvin was composed by Colin Stead.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Melvin, Son of Alvin?
Melvin, Son of Alvin holds official age classifications: AU: R18+ (Restricted — Restricted to adults 18 and older.).