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Madcap comedy based on the true story of Australia's most bizarre 'hostage' situation. Set against a 60s Sydney backdrop of anti-war sentiment, it tells the story of car thief Wally, who panics when he sees the cops and sets off a suburban siege.

Keywords:

Comedy, Drama, Movie, Film, Movies, Films

Additional Information:

(1996) (Australia) (3 Star)

Cast:

Colin Friels	.... Wally Mellish
Jacqueline McKenzie	.... Beryl Muddle
Ken Radley	.... Mr. Morgan
Graham Rouse	.... Fred
Elaine Cusick	.... Mrs. McIntyre
Jonathan Hardy	.... Reverend McIntyre

Supporting Cast:

Errol O'Neill	.... Mr. Wilson
Susie Porter	.... Fay
Rhys Kenny	.... Leslie
Richard Kenny	.... Leslie
Benjamin Kenny	.... Leslie
Gerry Skilton	.... Reggie Muddle
Terry Annesley	.... Wrecking Yard Owner
Anthony Simcoe	.... Skinny Cop
John Batchelor	.... Chubby Cop

Directors:

Nadia Tass

Writers:

Don Catchlove
Terry Hayes