My Brilliant Career(1979)
My Brilliant Career Synopsis
A young woman who is determined to maintain her independence finds herself at odds with her family who wants her to tame her wild side and get married.
My Brilliant Career (1979) is a drama and romance film directed by Gillian Armstrong, released on August 17, 1979 with a runtime of 1h 40m. It stars Judy Davis, Sam Neill, Wendy Hughes and Robert Grubb. Viewers rate it 6.2 out of 10 across 82 ratings.
- Director:
- Gillian Armstrong
- Writers:
- Miles Franklin, Eleanor Witcombe
- Producers:
- Margaret Fink
- Cinematographer:
- Donald McAlpine
- Composer:
- Nathan Waks
- Production:
- New South Wales Film Corp., GUO, Margaret Fink Productions
- Status:
- Released
My Brilliant Career (1979) Trailer
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My Brilliant Career Cast & Crew
Main cast
Judy Davis
as Sybylla Melvyn
Sam Neill
as Harry Beecham
Wendy Hughes
as Aunt Helen
Robert Grubb
as Frank Hawdon
Max Cullen
as Mr. McSwatt
Aileen Britton
as Grandma Bossier
- Peter Whitford
Peter Whitford
as Uncle Julius
- Patricia Kennedy
Patricia Kennedy
as Aunt Gussie
Alan Hopgood
as Father
Julia Blake
as Mother
David Franklin
as Horace
- Marion Shad
Marion Shad
as Gertie
Key crew
Directed by Gillian Armstrong, written by Miles Franklin and Eleanor Witcombe, produced by Margaret Fink.
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My Brilliant Career Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 6.2/10 from 82 ratings.
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My Brilliant Career – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch My Brilliant Career online?
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My Brilliant Career (1979) is available to stream on HBO Max Amazon Channel, Criterion Channel and HBO Max, and to rent or buy from Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is checked against JustWatch data and can change by region.
Who stars in My Brilliant Career?
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The main cast of My Brilliant Career (1979) includes Judy Davis, Sam Neill, Wendy Hughes, Robert Grubb and Max Cullen. The film was directed by Gillian Armstrong. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was My Brilliant Career released?
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My Brilliant Career was released on August 17, 1979 and runs for 1h 40m.
Is My Brilliant Career worth watching?
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My Brilliant Career (1979) holds an average rating of 6.2 out of 10 from 82 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy drama and romance films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
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