The Perfectionist
Synopsis
Barbara and Steward are happily married and have three kids. But one day Barbara decides that her children are old enough now and she can quit as housewife and start to study. Against the will of her husband she employs babysitter Eric while she attends university. Steward reacts increasingly nervous about the presence of another man in his family and brings their marriage into a crisis.
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Jacki Weaver
Barbara Gunn
John Waters
Stuart Gunn
Steven Vidler
Erik
Kate Fitzpatrick
Su
Maggie Dence
Adam Willits
Shaun Gunn
Shane Tickner
Tom Gunn
Elliot Jurd
Nick Gunn
Noel Ferrier
Jack Gunn
Jennifer Claire
Shirley Gunn
Vic Hawkins
Gordon
Linda Cropper
Margaret Bridges
Tessa Mallos
Italian Babysitter
Julie Godfrey
Depressed Babysitter
Sharon Millerchip
Young Babysitter
Steve Jacobs
Lecturer
James Scanlon
Student
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Chris Thomson
- Screenplay & Story
- David Williamson
- Original Score
- John Charles
- Original Title
- The Perfectionist
- Country of Origin
- Australia
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Chris Thomson
David Williamson
John Charles
Russell Boyd
Sara Bennett
Patricia Lovell
Department Leadership Roster
Lissa Coote
Production Design
David Williamson
Writer
Chris Thomson
Director
Russell Boyd
Director of Photography
Sara Bennett
Editor
Clarissa Patterson
Costume Design
Patricia Lovell
Producer
John Charles
Original Music Composer
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Perfectionist
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What is The Perfectionist about?
Barbara and Steward are happily married and have three kids. But one day Barbara decides that her children are old enough now and she can quit as housewife and start to study. Against the will of her husband she employs babysitter Eric while she attends university. Steward reacts increasingly nervous about the presence of another man in his family and brings their marriage into a crisis.
Who directed The Perfectionist?
The Perfectionist was directed by Chris Thomson.
Who stars in The Perfectionist?
The principal cast of The Perfectionist includes Jacki Weaver, John Waters, Steven Vidler, Kate Fitzpatrick, Maggie Dence.
When was The Perfectionist released and how long is it?
The Perfectionist was released in 1985 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.
Who composed the musical score for The Perfectionist?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Perfectionist was composed by John Charles.