Only the Brave
Synopsis
Alex is in love with her best friend, Vicki, her mother has dissapeared and she sets fire to things in her spare time. Vicki comes from an abusive home and wants Alex to run away with her. Alex is a bit of a nerd and a teachers pet, so takes advantage of this by trying to seduce her drippy school teacher. Alex watches as Vicki, unable to escape her terrible homelife and an psychological wreck, sets alight to herself and burns to death.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
August 31, 1994
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Ana Kokkinos
- Screenplay & Story
- Mira Robertson, Ana Kokkinos
- Original Score
- Philip Brophy
- Original Title
- Only the Brave
- Country of Origin
- Australia
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 59m
- Production Studios
- Pickpocket Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Ana Kokkinos
Mira Robertson, Ana Kokkinos
Philip Brophy
Mark Atkin
Department Leadership Roster
Ana Kokkinos
Director
Philip Brophy
Original Music Composer
Mark Atkin
Editor
Mira Robertson
Writer
Ana Kokkinos
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Only the Brave
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What is Only the Brave about?
Alex is in love with her best friend, Vicki, her mother has dissapeared and she sets fire to things in her spare time. Vicki comes from an abusive home and wants Alex to run away with her. Alex is a bit of a nerd and a teachers pet, so takes advantage of this by trying to seduce her drippy school teacher. Alex watches as Vicki, unable to escape her terrible homelife and an psychological wreck, sets alight to herself and burns to death.
Who directed Only the Brave?
Only the Brave was directed by Ana Kokkinos.
Who stars in Only the Brave?
The principal cast of Only the Brave includes Elena Mandalis, Dora Kaskanis, Maude Davey, Helen Athanasiadis.
When was Only the Brave released and how long is it?
Only the Brave was released in 1994 with a total runtime of 59m.
Who composed the musical score for Only the Brave?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Only the Brave was composed by Philip Brophy.