Winners: Just Friends (1985)

Winners: Just Friends (1985) poster

Just Friends - A classic Australian children's telemovie about growing up, peer pressure, friendship and family. When Susan Foster moves to a new suburb she has difficulty fitting in. Susan's home life is uncomfortable with an unemployed father, a distant mother and an unexpectedly pregnant big sister. Susan seeks refuge at the local Roller Skate rink where she meets Buzz, the brash young gang leader and the best skater in town. Susan becomes part of Buzz's gang but is soon confronted with his selfish behaviour and cruel treatment of his friends. Susan must decide which is more important to her - fitting in or being fair. Just Friends is part of the Winners series of television programs created by the Australian Children's Television Foundation.

Director: Michael Pattinson
Genre: Adventure, Family, Drama, Romance
Runtime: 47 min
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Country: Australia
Language: English
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Michael Pattinson
More Films in Genre: Adventure, Family, Drama

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Winners: Just Friends about?
Just Friends - A classic Australian children's telemovie about growing up, peer pressure, friendship and family. When Susan Foster moves to a new suburb she has difficulty fitting in. Susan's home life is uncomfortable with an unemployed father, a distant mother and an unexpectedly pregnant big sister. Susan seeks refuge at the local Roller Skate rink where she meets Buzz, the brash young gang leader and the best skater in town. Susan becomes part of Buzz's gang but is soon confronted with his selfish behaviour and cruel treatment of his friends. Susan must decide which is more important to her - fitting in or being fair. Just Friends is part of the Winners series of television programs created by the Australian Children's Television Foundation.
Who directed Winners: Just Friends?
Winners: Just Friends was directed by Michael Pattinson.
Who stars in Winners: Just Friends?
Winners: Just Friends stars Sherie Graham, Mitch Ambrose, Shanti Gudgeon.
How long is Winners: Just Friends?
Winners: Just Friends has a runtime of 47m (47 minutes).
What genre is Winners: Just Friends?
Winners: Just Friends is a Adventure, Family, Drama, Romance film.
Where was Winners: Just Friends produced?
Winners: Just Friends was produced in Australia.