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Getting Wet
Getting Wet
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Getting Wet

1984
25m
Drama

Status

Released

Release

1984

Runtime

25m

Storyline

"Holidays aren't always fun."

While on a seaside holiday with his family, a teenage boy becomes infatuated with a young woman accompanying them as a housekeeper. As his older brother begins a relationship with her, the boy’s frustration grows, leading to actions that disrupt both the family dynamic and the fragile relationships around him. The conflict culminates in a breakdown of trust between the brothers.

Score Distribution

Details

Status
Released
Runtime
25m
Jun 1, 1984
Languages
English
Director
P.J. Hogan
P.J. Hogan
Production
Australian Film Television and Radio School
Australian Film Television and Radio School
Production Countries
Australia

Top Cast

9 Cast Members

Jeremy Shadlow

Alex

Alison Davies

Margaret

Jeffrey Rhoe

Michael

Anna North

Brenda

Anne Brisk

Mother

Frank Haines

Father

Sam Gilchrist

Alex (young)

Clair Crowther

Margaret's Mother

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