27A
Synopsis
A middle-aged alcoholic is sentenced to six weeks in jail for a minor offense. While there he undergoes psychiatric treatment for his alcoholism and is committed to a hospital for the criminally insane for the duration of his sentence. However, under Section 27A of the Queensland Mental Health Act, he can be detained indefinitely until the hospital authorities declare him eligible for release.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Esben Storm
- Screenplay & Story
- Esben Storm
- Original Title
- 27A
- Country of Origin
- Australia
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 26m
- Production Studios
- Smart Street Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Esben Storm
Esben Storm
Michael Edols
Richard Moir
Haydn Keenan
Department Leadership Roster
Michael Edols
Director of Photography
Esben Storm
Director
Esben Storm
Screenplay
Haydn Keenan
Producer
Richard Moir
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What is 27A about?
A middle-aged alcoholic is sentenced to six weeks in jail for a minor offense. While there he undergoes psychiatric treatment for his alcoholism and is committed to a hospital for the criminally insane for the duration of his sentence. However, under Section 27A of the Queensland Mental Health Act, he can be detained indefinitely until the hospital authorities declare him eligible for release.
Who directed 27A?
27A was directed by Esben Storm.
Who stars in 27A?
The principal cast of 27A includes Robert McDarra, Bill Hunter, Richard Moir, James Kemp, Graham Corry.
When was 27A released and how long is it?
27A was released in 1974 with a total runtime of 1h 26m.