The Journalist
Originally released in 1979. The Journalist is a comedy film. directed by Michael Thornhill. At just 83 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Jack Thompson, Sam Neill, and Elizabeth Alexander
Synopsis
Comedy about a womanizing journalist on a Sydney newspaper who confronts job problems and impotence in the context of Australian media and politics of the 1970's. A somewhat lesser Australian film comparable to the American film Shampoo.
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 15, 1979
46 years ago
Runtime
1h 23m
83 minutes total
User Rating
4.0/10
Mixed (3 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
Australia
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- New South Wales Film Corp.
- FJF Promoters
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Journalist about?
Comedy about a womanizing journalist on a Sydney newspaper who confronts job problems and impotence in the context of Australian media and politics of the 1970's. A somewhat lesser Australian film ...
Who directed The Journalist?
The Journalist was directed by Michael Thornhill.
How long is The Journalist?
The Journalist has a runtime of 1 hours and 23 minutes (83 minutes total).
When was The Journalist released?
The Journalist was released on November 15, 1979 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Journalist?
The main cast of The Journalist includes Jack Thompson, Sam Neill, Elizabeth Alexander, Penne Hackforth-Jones, Charles Tingwell.