Pipe Dream
“Reality is for people who don't do drugs”
Synopsis
A story of two wannabe Schoolies on the Gold Coast during a state-wide crackdown on drugs. The boys stumble upon a stash of "weed", and through the misguidance of an older brother trying to replace his earlier Schoolies experience, they get caught up in the war on drugs waged by the authorities. Selling drugs to earn enough money to replace a broken heirloom they are oblivious to the battle around them. As they are pursued by an overzealous Police Chief and a violent underworld, they aim to be kings and make this the best Schoolies ever.
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Pipe Dream - Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2017-01-03
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Nathan Wright
Nate
Michael Balk
Damo
Tamara McLaughlin
Kate
Chris Schmuttermaier
CJ
Robert Griffiths
Rob
Mercedes Porter
Truc
Darrell Plumridge
Attorney General
Angela Olyslager
Emma Hobbs
Troy MacKinder
The Doctor
Emma Randall
Mrs. Smith
Amanda McErlean
DD
Jesse Lee Harris
Sam
Loretta Kung
Annie
Jenna Kenney
Girl
Rachel Kahan
Schoolie
Craig I'Anson
Phillip
Peter Muir
Dan
Brendan Glanville
Mr. Rodel
Release History & Theatrical Window
April 21, 2017
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Aaron Singfield
- Screenplay & Story
- Liesl Hinde, Aaron Singfield
- Original Title
- Pipe Dream
- Country of Origin
- Australia
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 35m
- Production Studios
- Revue Factory Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Aaron Singfield
Liesl Hinde, Aaron Singfield
Department Leadership Roster
Aaron Singfield
Director
Liesl Hinde
Writer
Aaron Singfield
Writer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
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What is Pipe Dream about?
A story of two wannabe Schoolies on the Gold Coast during a state-wide crackdown on drugs. The boys stumble upon a stash of "weed", and through the misguidance of an older brother trying to replace his earlier Schoolies experience, they get caught up in the war on drugs waged by the authorities. Selling drugs to earn enough money to replace a broken heirloom they are oblivious to the battle around them. As they are pursued by an overzealous Police Chief and a violent underworld, they aim to be kings and make this the best Schoolies ever.
Who directed Pipe Dream?
Pipe Dream was directed by Aaron Singfield.
Who stars in Pipe Dream?
The principal cast of Pipe Dream includes Nathan Wright, Michael Balk, Tamara McLaughlin, Chris Schmuttermaier, Robert Griffiths.
When was Pipe Dream released and how long is it?
Pipe Dream was released in 2015 with a total runtime of 1h 35m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Pipe Dream?
Pipe Dream holds official age classifications: DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.).