50 Ways of Saying Fabulous
“It was a world of adventure and a time of innocence, when friendships were forever and growing up would change everything.”
Synopsis
Sweet, chubby, theatrical Billy was never cut out to be a farmer or a rugby player, but as the only son of a ‘good kiwi bloke’ he’s obliged to try. The cows are stubborn and the chores gruelling but Billy finds escape in a fantasy world playing Lana, heroine of his favourite TV show Adventures in Space. Not everyone approves of Billy's transformation. On the brink of adolescene, he discovers growing up is more complicated than he could ever have imagined.
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50 Ways Of Saying FabulousOfficial
Type: Teaser • Published 2007-05-11
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →Andrew Paterson
Billy / Lana (Billy)
Harriet Beattie
Lou / Brad (Lou)
Jay Collins
Roy
Georgia McNeil
Babe
Michael Dorman
Jamie
Rima Te Wiata
Evey
George Mason
Arch
Ross McKellar
Matt
Stephanie McKellar-Smith
Reebie
David Sullivan
Stuart
Ben Short
Glen
Michelle O'Brien
Belinda Pepper
Fiona Edgar
Teacher
Kevin Wymer
Mr. Schulter
Ian Fraser
Referee
Wayne Fulton
Dunedin Coach
Gary Wilson
Local Coach
Jim Rowe
Bus Driver
Release History & Theatrical Window
Dublin Lesbian and Gay Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
June 1, 2006
Wide Cinema Exhibition
April 24, 2007
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$5K
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Stewart Main
- Screenplay & Story
- Stewart Main, Graeme Aitken
- Original Score
- Peter Scholes
- Original Title
- 50 Ways of Saying Fabulous
- Country of Origin
- New Zealand
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 28m
- Worldwide Gross
- $5K
- Production Studios
- New Zealand Film Commission, MF Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Stewart Main
Stewart Main, Graeme Aitken
Peter Scholes
Simon Raby
Peter Roberts
Michele Fantl
Department Leadership Roster
Stewart Main
Writer
Peter Scholes
Original Music Composer
Peter Roberts
Editor
Ken Turner
Production Design
Stewart Main
Director
Michele Fantl
Producer
Simon Raby
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About 50 Ways of Saying Fabulous
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What is 50 Ways of Saying Fabulous about?
Sweet, chubby, theatrical Billy was never cut out to be a farmer or a rugby player, but as the only son of a ‘good kiwi bloke’ he’s obliged to try. The cows are stubborn and the chores gruelling but Billy finds escape in a fantasy world playing Lana, heroine of his favourite TV show Adventures in Space. Not everyone approves of Billy's transformation. On the brink of adolescene, he discovers growing up is more complicated than he could ever have imagined.
Who directed 50 Ways of Saying Fabulous?
50 Ways of Saying Fabulous was directed by Stewart Main.
Who stars in 50 Ways of Saying Fabulous?
The principal cast of 50 Ways of Saying Fabulous includes Andrew Paterson, Harriet Beattie, Jay Collins, Georgia McNeil, Michael Dorman.
When was 50 Ways of Saying Fabulous released and how long is it?
50 Ways of Saying Fabulous was released in 2005 with a total runtime of 1h 28m.
How much did 50 Ways of Saying Fabulous make at the box office?
50 Ways of Saying Fabulous grossed $5K in worldwide ticket sales.
Who composed the musical score for 50 Ways of Saying Fabulous?
The original motion picture soundtrack for 50 Ways of Saying Fabulous was composed by Peter Scholes.
Is 50 Ways of Saying Fabulous based on a book or true story?
50 Ways of Saying Fabulous is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Graeme Aitken".
What is the age rating and content advisory for 50 Ways of Saying Fabulous?
50 Ways of Saying Fabulous holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).