The Postcard Bandit
Synopsis
The story of notorious Australian bank robber Brendan Abbott, who according to the myth, sent postcards to authorities hot on his trail while on the run across the country.
Top Cast
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Tom Long
Brenden James Abbott
Brett Stiller
Glenn Abbott
Matthew Le Nevez
Aaron Reynolds
Geneviève Lemon
Nola
Simon Burke
Thomas
Helen Dallimore
Gina
Tasma Walton
Frankie
Anthony Phelan
Beaman
Richard Piper
Campbell
Simon Maiden
Pritchard
Mel Rogan
Diane Abbott
Annie Byron
Thelma Abbott
Yutaka Izumihara
Masao Ayuda
Rob Steele
Gina's Grandad
Martin Broome
Hippie Dave
Ian Bliss
Potter
James Reyne
James Reyne
Steve Rodgers
Branch Manager #1
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Tony Tilse
- Screenplay & Story
- Peter Gawler
- Original Score
- James Reyne, Scott Kingman
- Original Title
- The Postcard Bandit
- Country of Origin
- Australia
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 46m
- Production Studios
- MacQuarie Film Television Investment Fund, Nine Films, Nine Network Australia, Australian Film Finance Corporation, Pacific Coast Entertainment
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Tony Tilse
Peter Gawler, Derek Pedley
James Reyne, Scott Kingman
Mark Wareham
Mark Perry
Hugh Marks, Kris Noble, Lance W. Reynolds, Matthew Carroll
Department Leadership Roster
Peter Gawler
Screenplay
Mark Wareham
Director of Photography
Theo Benton
Costume Design
Matthew Carroll
Producer
Murray Picknett
Production Design
Tony Tilse
Director
Mark Perry
Editor
Douglas 'Rocky' McDonald
Stunt Coordinator
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Postcard Bandit
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What is The Postcard Bandit about?
The story of notorious Australian bank robber Brendan Abbott, who according to the myth, sent postcards to authorities hot on his trail while on the run across the country.
Who directed The Postcard Bandit?
The Postcard Bandit was directed by Tony Tilse.
Who stars in The Postcard Bandit?
The principal cast of The Postcard Bandit includes Tom Long, Brett Stiller, Matthew Le Nevez, Geneviève Lemon, Simon Burke.
When was The Postcard Bandit released and how long is it?
The Postcard Bandit was released in 2003 with a total runtime of 1h 46m.
Who composed the musical score for The Postcard Bandit?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Postcard Bandit was composed by James Reyne, Scott Kingman.
Is The Postcard Bandit based on a book or true story?
The Postcard Bandit is adapted from the following source material: Book: "Derek Pedley".
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Postcard Bandit?
The Postcard Bandit holds official age classifications: AU: M (Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.).