The Violent Earth
Series Overview
The Violent Earth is a 1998 French-Australian mini series set in New Caledonia from 1888 to 1977.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
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1 Season • 3 Episodes
120 min per episode
1998 – 1998
Premiered: Wed, Nov 4, 1998
Latest Aired Episode
Season 1, Episode 3: “Serpent's Heart”
Tom Sutton's illegitimate daughter Anna, fights for her political beliefs amidst growing racial tension in New Caledonia. She and her friends protest against the Caldoche way of life - farming the best land, profiteering from the mines and enjoying the best services and facilities. Torn between her political beliefs and her family history a final tragedy reveals what Anna must do, for her people and for herself as the racial violence escalates.
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Cast & Creators
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Michael Offer
Peter Gawler, Tony Ayres, Jacqueline Sénès
David Moreau
Roger Dowling
Minh Tâm Nguyen
Christian Charret, Jacques Salles, Bruce Gordon, Jock Blair
Department Leadership Roster
Edie Kurzer
Costume Design
Peter Gawler
Writer
Tony Ayres
Writer
Michael Philips
Production Design
Michael Offer
Director
David Moreau
Original Music Composer
Jock Blair
Producer
Minh Tâm Nguyen
Editor
Roger Dowling
Director of Photography
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Violent Earth
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What is The Violent Earth about?
The Violent Earth is a 1998 French-Australian mini series set in New Caledonia from 1888 to 1977.
How many seasons does The Violent Earth have?
The Violent Earth comprises 1 season available to explore.
Who stars in The Violent Earth?
Key cast members in The Violent Earth include Joe Petruzzi, Simone Kessell, Andrew McFarlane, Claire Nebout, Karina Lombard.
Who created or directed The Violent Earth?
The Violent Earth was developed and directed by Michael Offer.