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Lilian's Story is a 1996 Australian film based on a 1985 novel by Australian author Kate Grenville, which was inspired by the life of Bea Miles, a famous Sydney nonconformist. [2] [3] The film stars Ruth Cracknell and Toni Collette as Lilian and her younger self, respectively, alongside Barry Otto.
Sep 25, 1998 · Based on a novel by Kate Grenville, the film depicts the life of Lilian Singer, who was locked up in a mental institution for 40 years by her father. She is released by her brother and aunt and starts a new life in Sydney, where she recites Shakespeare and falls in love.
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- Drama
- Jerzy Domaradzki
- 1998-09-25
Based very loosely on a true story, this Australian film focuses on Lilian Singer (Ruth Cracknell), a quirky woman who has been released from a mental institution after decades.
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- Jerzy Domaradzki
- Drama
- Ruth Cracknell
Lilian’s Story is told through a series of eerie flashbacks revealing the beautiful and spirited young woman who was anything but insane. Old Lilian comes to terms with her life quoting Shakespeare, stalking sexy bank tellers, buddying with prostitutes and ultimately meeting her long lost love.
Based on Kate Grenville's novel and inspired by a true story, Lilian's Story is a triumph of heart and spirit from the director of Struck By...
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.
Mar 11, 1996 · By David Stratton. A trio of fine performances, and virile direction from Polish director Jerzy Domaradzki (making his second Australian film, after “ Struck by Lightning “), overcome an...
