Paper Giants: The Birth of Cleo
Series Overview
In early 1972, Ita Buttrose and Kerry Packer got together to create a magazine that became one of the most dramatic sensations in Australian publishing history. CLEO Magazine - begun in a "fit of pique" - went on to help define women, Australia and the relationship between the two.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
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1 Season • 2 Episodes
90 min per episode
2011 – 2011
Premiered: Sun, Apr 17, 2011
Latest Aired Episode
Season 1, Episode 2: “Paper Giants: Part 2”
As the backlash hits and optimism crumbles, Ita and Kerry refuse to take a backward step as they both reach for their own glittering crowns.
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Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Paper Giants : The Birth of Cleo | Sunday, 17 April and Monday, 18 April at 8.30pm, ABC1Official
Type: Trailer • Published 2011-03-25
Cast & Creators
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Asher Keddie
Ita Buttrose
Rob Carlton
Kerry Packer
Jessica Tovey
Leslie Carpenter
Matt Day
Daniel Ritchie
Ian Meadows
Andrew Cowell
Maeve Dermody
Rachel Carr
Annie Maynard
Annie Woodham
Tony Barry
Sir Frank Packer
Cheree Cassidy
Ivana Holbrook
Octavia Barron-Martin
Pat Nigra
Olivia Pigeot
Rosina O'Casey
Keith Agius
Joel
Kate Box
Germaine Greer
Simon Lyndon
Jack Thompson
Benedict Samuel
Michael
Toby Schmitz
Barry Humphries
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
John Edwards
Stephen Rae
Bruce Young
Denise Haratzis
Karen Radzyner, Carole Sklan, John Edwards, Jessica Hobbs, Rory Callaghan
Department Leadership Roster
Karen Radzyner
Producer
John Edwards
Producer
Denise Haratzis
Editor
Bruce Young
Director of Photography
Spike Cherrie
Stunt Coordinator
Jon Rohde
Production Design
Greg Robinson
Stunt Coordinator
Soren Jensen
Visual Effects Supervisor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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M: Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.
International Certification Matrix
Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.
18+ Restricted to Adults.
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What is Paper Giants: The Birth of Cleo about?
In early 1972, Ita Buttrose and Kerry Packer got together to create a magazine that became one of the most dramatic sensations in Australian publishing history. CLEO Magazine - begun in a "fit of pique" - went on to help define women, Australia and the relationship between the two.
How many seasons does Paper Giants: The Birth of Cleo have?
Paper Giants: The Birth of Cleo comprises 1 season available to explore.
Who stars in Paper Giants: The Birth of Cleo?
Key cast members in Paper Giants: The Birth of Cleo include Asher Keddie, Rob Carlton, Jessica Tovey, Matt Day, Ian Meadows.
Who created or directed Paper Giants: The Birth of Cleo?
Paper Giants: The Birth of Cleo was developed and directed by John Edwards.