Monkey Grip(1982)
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Monkey Grip Synopsis
Nora is a single mother who wants to live the life of an artist, as do her friends -- a group of Melbourne writers, actors and musicians. But when she's drawn into a passionate affair with a heroin addict, Nora struggles to maintain control of her life.
Monkey Grip (1982) is a drama film directed by Ken Cameron, released on June 17, 1982 with a runtime of 1h 39m. It stars Noni Hazlehurst, Colin Friels, Alice Garner and Harold Hopkins. Viewers rate it 5.5 out of 10 across 11 ratings.
- Director:
- Ken Cameron
- Writers:
- Helen Garner, Ken Cameron, Helen Garner
- Producers:
- Patricia Lovell
- Cinematographer:
- David Gribble
- Composer:
- Bruce Smeaton
- Production:
- Pavilion Films
- Status:
- Released
Monkey Grip (1982) Trailer
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Monkey Grip Cast & Crew
Main cast
Noni Hazlehurst
as Nora
Colin Friels
as Javo
Alice Garner
as Gracie
Harold Hopkins
as Willie
Candy Raymond
as Lillian
Michael Caton
as Clive
- Cathy Downes
Cathy Downes
as Eve
Esben Storm
as Record Producer
Chrissy Amphlett
as Angela
Tim Burns
as Martin
- Lisa Peers
Lisa Peers
as Rita
- Don Miller-Robinson
Don Miller-Robinson
as Gerald
Key crew
Directed by Ken Cameron, written by Helen Garner, Ken Cameron and Helen Garner, produced by Patricia Lovell.
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Monkey Grip Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 5.5/10 from 11 ratings.
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Monkey Grip – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Monkey Grip online?
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Monkey Grip (1982) is currently available to rent or buy from Amazon Video and YouTube. No subscription streaming option is listed right now, so availability may change.
Who stars in Monkey Grip?
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The main cast of Monkey Grip (1982) includes Noni Hazlehurst, Colin Friels, Alice Garner, Harold Hopkins and Candy Raymond. The film was directed by Ken Cameron. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Monkey Grip released?
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Monkey Grip was released on June 17, 1982 and runs for 1h 39m.
Is Monkey Grip worth watching?
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Monkey Grip (1982) holds an average rating of 5.5 out of 10 from 11 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy drama films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
Is there a trailer for Monkey Grip?
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