Australia
Synopsis
Following a stint as a WWII fighter pilot, Belgian-born Edouard falls in love with an Indonesian woman, has a daughter with her and immigrates to Australia, all without the knowledge of his family back home. Years later, his love has passed away, and he's raising his daughter on his own. When his brother calls seeking help with his failing wool-processing company, Edouard agrees to temporarily return home to aid him.
Top Cast
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Jeremy Irons
Edouard Pierson
Fanny Ardant
Jeanne Gauthier
Tchéky Karyo
Julian Pierson
Agnès Soral
Agnès Deckers
Hélène Surgère
Odette Pierson
Danielle Lyttleton
Saturday Pierson
Maxime Laloux
François Gauthier
Patrick Bauchau
André Gauthier
Dorothy Alison
Doreen Swanson
Denys Hawthorne
bob bradley
Peter Douglas
Michel Andres
Denys Hawthorne
Mr. Frazer
Simone Barry
Noël Baye
Muriel Bottu
John Brakenbridge
Release History & Theatrical Window
Toronto International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jean-Jacques Andrien
- Screenplay & Story
- Jean Gruault, Jacques Audiard, Jean-Jacques Andrien
- Original Score
- Nicola Piovani
- Original Title
- Australia
- Country of Origin
- Belgium, France, Switzerland
- Spoken Languages
- French, English
- Runtime
- 2h 20m
- Production Studios
- Christian Bourgois Productions, AO Productions, Les Films de la Drève, CAB Productions, RTBF, Ciné Cinq
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jean-Jacques Andrien
Jean Gruault, Jacques Audiard, Jean-Jacques Andrien
Nicola Piovani
Giorgos Arvanitis
Marie-Pascale Osterrieth
Department Leadership Roster
Jean-Jacques Andrien
Director
Jean Gruault
Writer
Jacques Audiard
Writer
Jean-Jacques Andrien
Writer
Marie-Pascale Osterrieth
Producer
Giorgos Arvanitis
Director of Photography
Nicola Piovani
Original Music Composer
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Australia.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Australia
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What is Australia about?
Following a stint as a WWII fighter pilot, Belgian-born Edouard falls in love with an Indonesian woman, has a daughter with her and immigrates to Australia, all without the knowledge of his family back home. Years later, his love has passed away, and he's raising his daughter on his own. When his brother calls seeking help with his failing wool-processing company, Edouard agrees to temporarily return home to aid him.
Who directed Australia?
Australia was directed by Jean-Jacques Andrien.
Who stars in Australia?
The principal cast of Australia includes Jeremy Irons, Fanny Ardant, Tchéky Karyo, Agnès Soral, Hélène Surgère.
When was Australia released and how long is it?
Australia was released in 1989 with a total runtime of 2h 20m.
Who composed the musical score for Australia?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Australia was composed by Nicola Piovani.