The Night, the Prowler
Synopsis
Felicity Bannister is a young woman living in the shadow of her overpowering mother. Her oppression is her worst enemy until the day she is attacked by an intruder who breaks into her bedroom and forces Felicity into action. The tables are suddenly turned and Felicity transforms from the helpless victim into a ruthless renegade in search of trouble, driven by the anarchic thrill of malevolence.
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Type: Trailer • Published 2011-10-18
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Kerry Walker
Felicity Bannister
Ruth Cracknell
Doris Bannister
John Frawley
Humphrey Bannister
John Derum
John Galbraith
Maggie Kirkpatrick
Madge Hopkirk
Terry Camilleri
The Prowler
Harry Neilson
Old Man
Peter Collingwood
Dr. Herborn
Robbie Ward
Mrs. Burstall
Merv Lillie
Alcoholic Man
Dorothy Hewett
Alcoholic Woman
Ray Marshall
Detective #1
Robert Baxter
Detective #2
Paul Chubb
Policeman #1
John Cobley
Policeman #2
Ray Bennett
Sergeant
Alexander Archdale
Sir Roland Duddleston
Doris Fitton
Lady Duddleston
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jim Sharman
- Screenplay & Story
- Patrick White
- Original Score
- Cameron Allan
- Original Title
- The Night, the Prowler
- Country of Origin
- Australia
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Production Studios
- New South Wales Film Corporation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jim Sharman
Patrick White
Cameron Allan
David Sanderson
Sara Bennett
Anthony Buckley
Department Leadership Roster
Jim Sharman
Director
Patrick White
Screenplay
David Sanderson
Director of Photography
Anthony Buckley
Producer
Sara Bennett
Editor
Luciana Arrighi
Production Design
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Mature Accompanied — Restricted to persons 15 and older.
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What is The Night, the Prowler about?
Felicity Bannister is a young woman living in the shadow of her overpowering mother. Her oppression is her worst enemy until the day she is attacked by an intruder who breaks into her bedroom and forces Felicity into action. The tables are suddenly turned and Felicity transforms from the helpless victim into a ruthless renegade in search of trouble, driven by the anarchic thrill of malevolence.
Who directed The Night, the Prowler?
The Night, the Prowler was directed by Jim Sharman.
Who stars in The Night, the Prowler?
The principal cast of The Night, the Prowler includes Kerry Walker, Ruth Cracknell, John Frawley, John Derum, Maggie Kirkpatrick.
When was The Night, the Prowler released and how long is it?
The Night, the Prowler was released in 1978 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.
Who composed the musical score for The Night, the Prowler?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Night, the Prowler was composed by Cameron Allan.
Is The Night, the Prowler based on a book or true story?
The Night, the Prowler is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Patrick White".
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Night, the Prowler?
The Night, the Prowler holds official age classifications: AU: MA15+ (Mature Accompanied — Restricted to persons 15 and older.).