
Flashpoint
Synopsis
A drama set in the isolated, mining town of Newman in northwest Australia, where men outnumber women fifty to one and the human flashpoint is set low. A new miner, David, is attracted to the young wife of his older boss, Foxy, whose jealousy is renowned amongst the locals.
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- Director
- Brian Hannant
- Original Title
- Flashpoint
- Country of Origin
- Australia
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 55m
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Brian Hannant
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Frequently Asked Questions About Flashpoint
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Flashpoint about?
A drama set in the isolated, mining town of Newman in northwest Australia, where men outnumber women fifty to one and the human flashpoint is set low. A new miner, David, is attracted to the young wife of his older boss, Foxy, whose jealousy is renowned amongst the locals.
Who directed Flashpoint?
Flashpoint was directed by Brian Hannant.
Who stars in Flashpoint?
The principal cast of Flashpoint includes Serge Lazareff, Wynn Roberts, Janet Kingsbury, Hu Pryce.
When was Flashpoint released and how long is it?
Flashpoint was released in 1972 with a total runtime of 55m.
