The Fringe Dwellers
Synopsis
The story of an Aboriginal family's attempts to forge a new life for themselves within the segregated society. At the urging of headstrong teenager Trilby, the Comeaways relocate from their family camp, to a house in the main town.
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THE FRINGE DWELLERS TRAILEROfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2012-02-01
Top Cast
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Ernie Dingo
Phil
Justine Saunders
Mollie Comeaway
Kristina Nehm
Trilby Comeaway
Bob Maza
Joe Comeaway
Kylie Belling
Noonah Comeaway
Denis Walker
Bartie Comeaway
Malcolm Silva
Charlie
Marlene Bell
Hannah
Michelle Torres
Audrena
Michele Miles
Blanchie
Oodgeroo Noonuccal
Eva
Bill Sandy
Skippy
Maureen Watson
Rene
Robert Ugle
Tim
Alan Dargin
Bruce
Terry Thompson
Horrie
Anne Saward
May
Dianne Eden
Matron
Release History & Theatrical Window
Source: MUBI (Cannes)
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Bruce Beresford
- Screenplay & Story
- Rhoisin Beresford, Bruce Beresford
- Original Score
- George Dreyfus
- Original Title
- The Fringe Dwellers
- Country of Origin
- Australia
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 38m
- Production Studios
- Fringe Dwellers Productions, Ozfilm Limited
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Bruce Beresford
Rhoisin Beresford, Bruce Beresford, Nene Gare
George Dreyfus
Donald McAlpine
Tim Wellburn
Sue Milliken, Hilary Dwyer
Department Leadership Roster
Bruce Beresford
Director
Sue Milliken
Producer
Tim Wellburn
Editor
Rhoisin Beresford
Screenplay
Bruce Beresford
Screenplay
Donald McAlpine
Director of Photography
Herbert Pinter
Production Design
George Dreyfus
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance — Recommended for mature viewers.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Fringe Dwellers
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What is The Fringe Dwellers about?
The story of an Aboriginal family's attempts to forge a new life for themselves within the segregated society. At the urging of headstrong teenager Trilby, the Comeaways relocate from their family camp, to a house in the main town.
Who directed The Fringe Dwellers?
The Fringe Dwellers was directed by Bruce Beresford.
Who stars in The Fringe Dwellers?
The principal cast of The Fringe Dwellers includes Ernie Dingo, Justine Saunders, Kristina Nehm, Bob Maza, Kylie Belling.
When was The Fringe Dwellers released and how long is it?
The Fringe Dwellers was released in 1986 with a total runtime of 1h 38m.
Who composed the musical score for The Fringe Dwellers?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Fringe Dwellers was composed by George Dreyfus.
Is The Fringe Dwellers based on a book or true story?
The Fringe Dwellers is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Nene Gare".
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Fringe Dwellers?
The Fringe Dwellers holds official age classifications: AU: PG (Parental Guidance — Recommended for mature viewers.).