Dangerous Remedy
Synopsis
The ABC telemovie event Dangerous Remedy tells the fascinating story of Dr Bertram Wainer. Living and working in Melbourne in the 1960s, Dr Wainer put his life at risk to expose police corruption in an effort to change the law on abortion and put an end to the illegal operations that were killing young women. It’s a truly inspiring story. Dr Wainer’s determination, even when his own life and that of his family’s was threatened, never faltered. He was living proof that one person can make a difference and change the status quo. With the support of Dr Wainer’s family, the filmmakers have endeavoured to capture the essence of his struggle to expose police corruption and change the law.
Top Cast
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Jeremy Sims
Bertram Wainer
Susie Porter
Peggy Berman
William McInnes
Jack Ford
Maeve Dermody
Jo Wainer
Mark Leonard Winter
Lionel Pugh
Peter O'Brien
Barry Smith
Gary Sweet
Matthews
Caroline Craig
Barbara Wainer
Nicholas Bell
Dr. Troup
Nicole Freeman
Felice Wainer
Emily Wheaton
Bonnie McGregor
Natalie Carr
Nurse
Jeffery Richards
Policeman Reagan
Chris Haywood
Sir Arthur Rylah
Cameron Heine
Dirk Wainer
Calen MacKenzie
Rory Wainer
Elliott Michael Smith
Sean Wainer
Tim Clarke
Sick Husband
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Ken Cameron
- Screenplay & Story
- Kris Wyld
- Original Score
- Guy Gross
- Original Title
- Dangerous Remedy
- Country of Origin
- Australia
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 45m
- Production Studios
- Eclipse Films, Australian Broadcasting Corporation, Film Victoria
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Ken Cameron
Kris Wyld
Guy Gross
Roger Lanser
Peter Carrodus
Ned Lander, Andrew Myer, David Ogilvy, Carole Sklan
Department Leadership Roster
Roger Lanser
Director of Photography
Ned Lander
Producer
Peter Carrodus
Editor
Robbie Perkins
Production Design
Jeanie Cameron
Costume Design
Kris Wyld
Writer
Ken Cameron
Director
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dangerous Remedy
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What is Dangerous Remedy about?
The ABC telemovie event Dangerous Remedy tells the fascinating story of Dr Bertram Wainer. Living and working in Melbourne in the 1960s, Dr Wainer put his life at risk to expose police corruption in an effort to change the law on abortion and put an end to the illegal operations that were killing young women. It’s a truly inspiring story. Dr Wainer’s determination, even when his own life and that of his family’s was threatened, never faltered. He was living proof that one person can make a difference and change the status quo. With the support of Dr Wainer’s family, the filmmakers have endeavoured to capture the essence of his struggle to expose police corruption and change the law.
Who directed Dangerous Remedy?
Dangerous Remedy was directed by Ken Cameron.
Who stars in Dangerous Remedy?
The principal cast of Dangerous Remedy includes Jeremy Sims, Susie Porter, William McInnes, Maeve Dermody, Mark Leonard Winter.
When was Dangerous Remedy released and how long is it?
Dangerous Remedy was released in 2012 with a total runtime of 1h 45m.
Who composed the musical score for Dangerous Remedy?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Dangerous Remedy was composed by Guy Gross.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Dangerous Remedy?
Dangerous Remedy holds official age classifications: AU: M (Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.).