The Getting of Wisdom
Originally released in 1977. The Getting of Wisdom is a drama film. directed by Bruce Beresford.
Starring Susannah Fowle, Hilary Ryan, and Terence Donovan
Synopsis
Based on the 1910 novel by Henry Handel Richardson, thought to be an account of her own schooldays at the Presbyterian Ladies College in Melbourne. A young girl, Laura Tweedle-Rambotham who grew up in the outback, and at around the age of 14, is sent off by her poor mother who has scrimped and saved for her to go to a prestigious women’s private college in Melbourne, the Presbyterian Ladies College.
Quick Facts
Release Date
August 25, 1977
48 years ago
Runtime
1h 41m
101 minutes total
User Rating
5.2/10
Mixed (16 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
Australia
Production
Director
Top Cast
Susannah Fowle
as Laura Tweedle Rambotham
Hilary Ryan
as Evelyn
Terence Donovan
as Tom McNamara
Patricia Kennedy
as Miss Chapman
Sheila Helpmann
as Mrs. Gurley
Candy Raymond
as Miss Zielinski
Barry Humphries
as Rev. Strachey
John Waters
as Rev. Shepherd
Kerry Armstrong
as Kate
Sigrid Thornton
as Maria
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Australian Film Commission
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Getting of Wisdom about?
Based on the 1910 novel by Henry Handel Richardson, thought to be an account of her own schooldays at the Presbyterian Ladies College in Melbourne. A young girl, Laura Tweedle-Rambotham who grew up...
Who directed The Getting of Wisdom?
The Getting of Wisdom was directed by Bruce Beresford.
How long is The Getting of Wisdom?
The Getting of Wisdom has a runtime of 1 hours and 41 minutes (101 minutes total).
When was The Getting of Wisdom released?
The Getting of Wisdom was released on August 25, 1977 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Getting of Wisdom?
The main cast of The Getting of Wisdom includes Susannah Fowle, Hilary Ryan, Terence Donovan, Patricia Kennedy, Sheila Helpmann.