Libido (1973)
Overview
Scripted by four of Australia’s greatest authors (David Williamson, Thomas Keneally, Hal Porter and Craig McGregor), this quartet of carnal desires explores adultery and jealous fantasies, the end of innocence, the moral and spiritual conflicts of a priest and a nun in love. The stories define the exploration of women and the cultural upheaval of the early 70s.
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Additional Info
| Budget | $0.00 |
|---|---|
| Revenue | $0.00 |
| Original Language | en |
| Popularity | 1.643 |
Directed By
Tim Burstall
John B. Murray
Fred Schepisi
David Baker
Crew
Tim Burstall
John B. Murray
Fred Schepisi
Thomas Keneally
Craig McGregor
Hal Porter
David Baker
David Williamson
TOP CAST
Elke Neidhart
Penelope (segment "The Husband")
Bryon Williams
Jonathon (segment "The Husband")
Mark Albiston
Harold (segment "The Husband")
Jill Forster
Mother (segment "The Child")
Judy Morris
Sybil (segment "The Child")
Bruce Barry
David (segment "The Child")
Louise Homfrey
Housekeeper (segment "The Child")
Vivean Gray
Elderly Nun (segment "The Priest")
John Williams
Martin (segment "The Child")
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