The Plains of Heaven
Synopsis
Two technicians manning a tracking station on the Victorian High Plains pursue opposite ways of coping with isolation. The ageing Cunningham seems to be rejuvenated by and obsessed with the landscape, while the younger Barker withdraws into the interior and technical world of the station.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
International Film Festival Mannheim-Heidelberg
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Ian Pringle
- Screenplay & Story
- Doug Ling, Elizabeth Parsons, Ian Pringle
- Original Title
- The Plains of Heaven
- Country of Origin
- Australia
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 20m
- Production Studios
- Seon Film Productions, Australian Film Institute
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Ian Pringle
Doug Ling, Elizabeth Parsons, Ian Pringle
Ray Argall
Ray Argall
John Cruthers
Department Leadership Roster
Ian Pringle
Director
Ray Argall
Director of Photography
John Cruthers
Producer
Ray Argall
Editor
Elizabeth Stirling
Production Design
Doug Ling
Writer
Elizabeth Parsons
Writer
Ian Pringle
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Plains of Heaven
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What is The Plains of Heaven about?
Two technicians manning a tracking station on the Victorian High Plains pursue opposite ways of coping with isolation. The ageing Cunningham seems to be rejuvenated by and obsessed with the landscape, while the younger Barker withdraws into the interior and technical world of the station.
Who directed The Plains of Heaven?
The Plains of Heaven was directed by Ian Pringle.
Who stars in The Plains of Heaven?
The principal cast of The Plains of Heaven includes Richard Moir, Reg Evans, Gerard Kennedy, John Flaus, Jenny Cartledge.
When was The Plains of Heaven released and how long is it?
The Plains of Heaven was released in 1983 with a total runtime of 1h 20m.