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Michael Pattinson

Born January 1, 1957 · Melbourne, Australia (age 69)

Michael Pattinson is an Australian film director. He has directed over 40 films and television shows since 1980.

Known For

Wendy Cracked a WalnutWendy Cracked a Walnut · 1990
Wendy Cracked a Walnut
4.61990
MovieDramaFantasy
An Australian salesman's bored wife escapes in a fantasy world with her dream lover.
One Crazy NightOne Crazy Night · 1992
One Crazy Night
5.01992
MovieComedyDrama
Five teens get stuck in the basement in an attempt to see the Beatles in a local hotel.
Ground ZeroGround Zero · 1987
Ground Zero
6.81987
MovieThrillerDrama
A second generation cameraman in Australia finds evidence that his father had filmed a nuclear test that allowed aboriginal people to be exposed to and killed by radiation. He begins a search for a secret that if true, his government has already killed people to keep quiet.
The Limbic RegionThe Limbic Region · 1996
The Limbic Region
5.81996
MovieActionThriller
Original and unpredictable thriller about a seasoned cop determined to bring down San Francisco's most notorious serial killer in the turbulent 1960's. Stars Edward James Olmos, George Dzundza, Roger R. Cross.
Virtual NightmareVirtual Nightmare · 2000
Virtual Nightmare
7.12000
MovieScience FictionTV Movie
Advertising executive Dale Hunter (Michael Muheny) works at the agency Arora. But after a car accident, his life changed abruptly. He has nightmares at night and by day he suffers from hallucinations. The world looks like from a computer. Numbers and names adhere to the objects. A doctor can not help him and the hallucinations are getting worse. Librarian Wendy seems to be the only person he can trust. Together they try to find out the truth.
Street HeroStreet Hero · 1984
Street Hero
8.11984
MovieDrama
Vinnie is a teenage boy who is an outcast at school, alienating teachers and students alike. He is a local courier for the local Mafia boss. He lives in welfare housing with his mother (Peta Toppano), a young brother and sister, and his Mum's lover who he can't stand. Vinnie takes out his aggression with the world practicing boxing at the local gym. He is haunted by images of his father (when just a boy he witnessed his father's murder) and his father's boxing career. His music teacher (Sandy Gore) encourages him to get involved as a drummer with the school band, and his girlfriend Gloria (Sigrid Thornton) and others influence him to stay away from the Mafia.
The Last BulletThe Last Bullet · 1995
The Last Bullet
4.21995
MovieActionDrama
Set during WWII, an Australian and Japanese soldier play a deadly game of Cat and mouse in a South Pacific Jungle.
Moving OutMoving Out · 1983
Moving Out
9.01983
MovieDrama
Coming-of-age story about an Italian-Australian teenager making his way in the world.

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Winners: Just FriendsWinners: Just Friends · 1985
Winners: Just Friends
5.51985
MovieAdventureFamily
Just Friends - A classic Australian children's telemovie about growing up, peer pressure, friendship and family. When Susan Foster moves to a new suburb she has difficulty fitting in. Susan's home life is uncomfortable with an unemployed father, a distant mother and an unexpectedly pregnant big sister. Susan seeks refuge at the local Roller Skate rink where she meets Buzz, the brash young gang leader and the best skater in town. Susan becomes part of Buzz's gang but is soon confronted with his selfish behaviour and cruel treatment of his friends. Susan must decide which is more important to her - fitting in or being fair. Just Friends is part of the Winners series of television programs created by the Australian Children's Television Foundation.

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