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David Charles Lawrence (12 February 1941 – 10 June 1995) known as Bruno Lawrence was an English-born musician and actor, who was active in the industry in New Zealand and Australia. Initially notable as a musician and founder of 1970s ensemble Blerta, he went on to well-regarded roles in several major films.
Bruno Lawrence (1941-1995) was a New Zealand-born character star and cult icon in films and TV. He wrote and co-wrote several acclaimed movies, such as The Quiet Earth and Smash Palace, and starred in Breaking News and Goodbye Pork Pie.
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Bruno Lawrence. Actor: The Quiet Earth. This New Zealander's oddly diverse talents made him a character star and cult icon there and in Australia in his relatively short life. Born in Sussex, England, on February 12, 1941, Bruno Lawrence (real name David Charles Lawrence) and his family settled in New Zealand when he was just a pre-schooler.
- February 12, 1941
- June 10, 1995
Bruno Lawrence was a New Zealand-born actor, musician and writer who worked in New Zealand and Australia. He starred in films such as The Quiet Earth, Smash Palace and Utu, and was a member of the rock band Blerta.
Nov 5, 2023 · Learn about the life and career of Bruno Lawrence, a charismatic and versatile actor and musician who starred in many classic Kiwi films. Find out his roles, awards, influences, and stories from his collaborators and critics.
The charismatic, talented Bruno Lawrence remains one of our rare screen actors to have become a local star, thanks to his ability to convey a sense of virility, natural charm, and danger.
Bruno Lawrence was an actor who had a successful Hollywood career. He starred in films such as Smash Palace, The Quiet Earth, and Utu, and created music for Pallet on the Floor.
