Natural Causes (1985 film)
1985 Australian film
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Natural Causes is a 1985 Australian television film about ex-hippies having a reunion.[1] It is the first in a series of ABC telemovies showcasing Australian talent.[2]
Gary Day
| Natural Causes | |
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| Directed by | Michael Carson |
| Written by | John Misto |
| Produced by | Michael Carson |
| Starring | Geraldine Turner Gary Day |
| Cinematography | Julian Penney |
| Edited by | Bill Russo |
| Music by | Chris Neal |
Production company | |
| Distributed by | ABC |
Release date |
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| Country | Australia |
| Language | English |
Cast
- Geraldine Turner as Danni
- Gary Day as Warren
- Robyn Gurney as Cass
- Bill Young as Jerry
Reception
Barbara Hooks in the Age says "Although it teeters on the brink of the preposterous before recovering its balance towards the climax. 'Natural Cause' is brimming with serrated dialogue (underlined by evocative snatches of '60s and '70s music) deftly delivered by a keen and perceptive cast"[2] In The Age's Green Guide Jason Romney wrote that Natural Causes "is a real mean martini, a blackly comic concoction with tight scripting brought alive by good editing and fine performances."[3]
Sydney Morning Herald's Jacqueline Lee Lewes says "Natural Causes, written by John Misto and produced and directed by Michael Carson, is a clever and original black comedy. It is almost a gem, in fact. Unfortunately, Misto presses his luck and at times the humour is overworked."[4]
