The Dummerer (1985)
Roo remains mute as he fends for survival with his sister collecting recycle bottles, working in a run down paper factory and living in a squat. A social worker arrives and tries Reiki therapy to heal what she feels is a deeper pain inside him, which begins to uncover the sinister past and events of this brother sister relationship, leading to a final twist.
Director: Ollie Martin
Runtime: 25 min
Release Date: August 21, 1985
Cast
- George Maleckas - Roo
- Tania Uren - Meta
- Jon Sidney - Tinsley
- Dirk Nicholls - Hec
- Philip Kofoed - Waroona
- Mischa Merz - Mother
- Justin Bond - Roo (as child)
- Radha Mitchell - Meta (as child)
- Norm McLean - Fork driver
Screenplay
Language: English
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Ollie Martin
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Dummerer about?
- Roo remains mute as he fends for survival with his sister collecting recycle bottles, working in a run down paper factory and living in a squat. A social worker arrives and tries Reiki therapy to heal what she feels is a deeper pain inside him, which begins to uncover the sinister past and events of this brother sister relationship, leading to a final twist.
- Who directed The Dummerer?
- The Dummerer was directed by Ollie Martin.
- Who stars in The Dummerer?
- The Dummerer stars George Maleckas, Tania Uren, Jon Sidney, Dirk Nicholls, Philip Kofoed, Mischa Merz.
- How long is The Dummerer?
- The Dummerer has a runtime of 25m (25 minutes).