Far East
Synopsis
A cynical Australian Vietnam War veteran runs a sleazy bar in the Philippines. His old flame enters his life again asking for help when her husband, an investigative journalist, is prosecuted by the junta for discovering too much.
Top Cast
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Bryan Brown
Morgan Keefe
Helen Morse
Jo Reeves
John Bell
Peter Reeves
Raina McKeon
Rosita Constanza
Henry Duval
Rodolfo De Cruz
Sinan Leong
Nene
Bill Hunter
Walker
John Clayton
Tony Alsop
Duc Sanh Lieu
Kip
Anna Rowena
Julia
Clive Marshall
Vinar
Allen Leong
Lieutenant Gregorio
Francis Yin
Arnulfo
John Krummel
Simon Talbot
Charito Ortez
Penny Alsop
Tony Barraga
Priest
Arthur Sherman
Bill Williamson
John Alansu
Jose
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- John Duigan
- Screenplay & Story
- John Duigan
- Original Score
- Sharon Calcraft
- Original Title
- Far East
- Country of Origin
- Australia
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 42m
- Production Studios
- Filmco Limited, Alfred Road Films, Australian Film Commission
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
John Duigan
John Duigan
Sharon Calcraft
Russell Bacon, Steve Newman, Brian Probyn
Henry Dangar
Richard Mason
Department Leadership Roster
John Duigan
Writer
John Duigan
Director
Henry Dangar
Editor
Brian Probyn
Director of Photography
Ross Major
Production Design
Richard Mason
Producer
Jan Hurley
Costume Design
Sharon Calcraft
Original Music Composer
Bob Hicks
Stunt Coordinator
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 Far East
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What is Far East about?
A cynical Australian Vietnam War veteran runs a sleazy bar in the Philippines. His old flame enters his life again asking for help when her husband, an investigative journalist, is prosecuted by the junta for discovering too much.
Who directed Far East?
Far East was directed by John Duigan.
Who stars in Far East?
The principal cast of Far East includes Bryan Brown, Helen Morse, John Bell, Raina McKeon, Henry Duval.
When was Far East released and how long is it?
Far East was released in 1982 with a total runtime of 1h 42m.
Who composed the musical score for Far East?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Far East was composed by Sharon Calcraft.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Far East?
Far East holds official age classifications: AU: M (Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.).