Top Cast
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David Argue
Trevor Darling
Gia Carides
Nikki Iceton
Lydia Miller
Kath
Brian Syron
The Executioner
Anne Smith
Publican's Wife
Don Smith
Publican
Jennifer Cluff
Waitress
George Skiadas
Cook
Mary Prentice
Motel Receptionist
John Lawrence
Property Owner
Greg Lawrence
Owner's Son
Garry Jackson
1st Policeman
Gregory McMahon
2nd Policeman
Barry Mackaness
Petrol Pump Attendant
Anthony Holmes
Detective
Release History & Theatrical Window
New York New Directors and New Films Festival
Festival / Special Debut
August 27, 1987
Wide Cinema Exhibition
February 1, 1988
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Bill Bennett
- Screenplay & Story
- Bill Bennett, David Argue, Gia Carides, Lydia Miller, Brian Syron
- Original Score
- Michael Atkinson, Michael Spicer
- Original Title
- Backlash
- Country of Origin
- Australia
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 29m
- Production Studios
- Mermaid Beach Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Bill Bennett
Bill Bennett, David Argue, Gia Carides, Lydia Miller, Brian Syron
Michael Atkinson, Michael Spicer
Tony Wilson
Denise Hunter
Bill Bennett
Department Leadership Roster
Bill Bennett
Writer
Bill Bennett
Producer
Denise Hunter
Editor
Tony Wilson
Director of Photography
Bill Bennett
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Backlash.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Backlash
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Backlash about?
Two policemen track down and arrest an Aboriginal woman who has been accused of murder, and begin the trek back across the desert with her.
Who directed Backlash?
Backlash was directed by Bill Bennett.
Who stars in Backlash?
The principal cast of Backlash includes David Argue, Gia Carides, Lydia Miller, Brian Syron, Anne Smith.
When was Backlash released and how long is it?
Backlash was released in 1987 with a total runtime of 1h 29m.
Who composed the musical score for Backlash?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Backlash was composed by Michael Atkinson, Michael Spicer.