The Firm Man
“The strong silent type makes "The Firm Man"”
Synopsis
Businessman Gerald Barker is invited to join a mysterious super corporation known as The Firm. His work in the organisation turns out to be of a unique and somewhat disturbing nature. But Gerald finds no comfort with his wife Melissa and friend Barry - his relationships with both collapse. In a surreal and strange fashion, Gerald eventually comes to understand what The Firm is about. Made on a tiny budget of $15,000 the film is a mix of naturalism and stylisation which the filmmaker hoped would work on 'a simple, surrealistic level'.
Top Cast
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Peter Cummins
Gerald Baxter
Eileen Chapman
Melissa Baxter
Bethany Lee
Girl
Peter Carmody
Barry
Diane Preston
Christie
Sarah Chapman
Sally
Merle Keenan
Pub Lady
John Preston
Melissa's Lover
Max Gillies
Managing Director
Kris McQuade
Secretary
Bruce Spence
Messenger
John Duigan
Diner
Alan Finney
Charlie
Cliff Ellen
Carl
Bill Garner
Teacher
Release History & Theatrical Window
Australia 75 Festival, Canberra
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- John Duigan
- Screenplay & Story
- John Duigan
- Original Score
- John Duigan
- Original Title
- The Firm Man
- Country of Origin
- Australia
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 24m
- Production Studios
- Film Radio and Television Board of the Australia Council, John Duigan
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
John Duigan
John Duigan
John Duigan
Sasha Trikojus
Tony Paterson
John Duigan
Department Leadership Roster
John Duigan
Director
John Duigan
Writer
Tony Paterson
Editor
John Duigan
Original Music Composer
Anna French
Costume Design
John Duigan
Producer
Sasha Trikojus
Director of Photography
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Firm Man.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Firm Man
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Firm Man about?
Businessman Gerald Barker is invited to join a mysterious super corporation known as The Firm. His work in the organisation turns out to be of a unique and somewhat disturbing nature. But Gerald finds no comfort with his wife Melissa and friend Barry - his relationships with both collapse. In a surreal and strange fashion, Gerald eventually comes to understand what The Firm is about. Made on a tiny budget of $15,000 the film is a mix of naturalism and stylisation which the filmmaker hoped would work on 'a simple, surrealistic level'.
Who directed The Firm Man?
The Firm Man was directed by John Duigan.
Who stars in The Firm Man?
The principal cast of The Firm Man includes Peter Cummins, Eileen Chapman, Bethany Lee, Peter Carmody, Diane Preston.
When was The Firm Man released and how long is it?
The Firm Man was released in 1975 with a total runtime of 1h 24m.
Who composed the musical score for The Firm Man?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Firm Man was composed by John Duigan.