Lilian's Story (1996)
Everything matters.
For forty years Lilian Singer has been locked up in a 'loony bin' by her father. Her release is eventually secured by her eccentric Aunt Kitty and her brother, John. Lilian starts to carve out a place for herself. As she explores Sydney and the people who live and work around her she sees others looking for love. Lilian shows us it is never too late to change your life and that even unusual choices can bring contentment.
Director: Jerzy Domaradzki
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 94 min
Release Date: May 9, 1996
Cast
- Ruth Cracknell - Lilian Singer
- Barry Otto - John Singer / Albion Singer
- Toni Collette - Young Lilian Singer
- John Flaus - Frank
- Susie Lindeman - Jewel
- Iris Shand - Aunt Kitty
- Anne-Louise Lambert - Mother
- Essie Davis - Zara
- Jeff Truman - Head Orderly
- Lyle O'Hara - Esther
Screenplay
- Kate Grenville (Novel)
- Steve Wright
Music: Cezary Skubiszewski
Cinematography: Slawomir Idziak
Editing: Lee Smith
Production: Movieco Australia, New South Wales Film & Television Office, Australian Film Finance Corporation
Country: Australia
Language: English
Original Language: en
Themes
Heartbreaking Tragic Losses, Estranged Father's Letter and Fate, Inner Conflict and Doubt, Stories of Heartbreak and Suffering
Keywords
daughter, asylum, father, tragedy, eccentric, choice, insane
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Lilian's Story about?
- For forty years Lilian Singer has been locked up in a 'loony bin' by her father. Her release is eventually secured by her eccentric Aunt Kitty and her brother, John. Lilian starts to carve out a place for herself. As she explores Sydney and the people who live and work around her she sees others looking for love. Lilian shows us it is never too late to change your life and that even unusual choices can bring contentment.
- Who directed Lilian's Story?
- Lilian's Story was directed by Jerzy Domaradzki.
- Who stars in Lilian's Story?
- Lilian's Story stars Ruth Cracknell, Barry Otto, Toni Collette, John Flaus, Susie Lindeman, Iris Shand.
- How long is Lilian's Story?
- Lilian's Story has a runtime of 1h 34m (94 minutes).
- What genre is Lilian's Story?
- Lilian's Story is a Drama film.
- Where was Lilian's Story produced?
- Lilian's Story was produced in Australia.
- What are the themes of Lilian's Story?
- The themes of Lilian's Story include: Heartbreaking Tragic Losses, Estranged Father's Letter and Fate, Inner Conflict and Doubt, Stories of Heartbreak and Suffering.