Unacceptable
“A lifetime of sacrifice. A moment of pride.”
Synopsis
A drama based on a true story that spans decades, exploring themes of love, friendship, courage, and societal change. The story begins in 1981 with Ted, a frail elderly man, reflecting on his life as he celebrates a landmark legal ruling with his nephew Simon, Simon’s partner Mark, and his lifelong friend Catherine. Flashbacks reveal Ted’s youth in 1940s Melbourne, where he stood up against homophobia and violence, forming a complex bond with Catherine and Leo.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
January 17, 2026
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Joel Stephen Fleming, Armin Džafić
- Screenplay & Story
- Damien Mulvany
- Original Title
- Unacceptable
- Country of Origin
- Australia
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- Unknown
- Production Studios
- 13th Street Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Joel Stephen Fleming, Armin Džafić
Damien Mulvany
Paris Owen
Armin Džafić, Joel Stephen Fleming
Joel Stephen Fleming, Damien Mulvany, Isaac Priest
Department Leadership Roster
Damien Mulvany
Writer
Joel Stephen Fleming
Director
Armin Džafić
Director
Armin Džafić
Editor
Joel Stephen Fleming
Editor
Joel Stephen Fleming
Producer
Paris Owen
Director of Photography
Isaac Priest
Producer
Production Stills & Gallery
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What is Unacceptable about?
A drama based on a true story that spans decades, exploring themes of love, friendship, courage, and societal change. The story begins in 1981 with Ted, a frail elderly man, reflecting on his life as he celebrates a landmark legal ruling with his nephew Simon, Simon’s partner Mark, and his lifelong friend Catherine. Flashbacks reveal Ted’s youth in 1940s Melbourne, where he stood up against homophobia and violence, forming a complex bond with Catherine and Leo.
Who directed Unacceptable?
Unacceptable was directed by Joel Stephen Fleming, Armin Džafić.
Who stars in Unacceptable?
The principal cast of Unacceptable includes Lachlan Crane, Ruben Russo, Phoebe Tweddle, Chris Slater.
When was Unacceptable released and how long is it?
Unacceptable was released in 2026 with a total runtime of Unknown.