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AACTA Award For Best Television Drama Series
The AACTA Award for Best Television Drama Series is a television award handed out by the Australian Academy of Cinema and Television Arts (AACTA). It was previously awarded by the Australian Film Institute (AFI), from 1991 to 2010, and will continue to be presented by the Academy. It is awarded to a dramatic television series of no fewer than five episodes. It can be a series of self-contained stories which can be screened in any order or a number of interweaving and overlapping plots continuing from one episode to the next. Between 1991 and 2001, only individual episodes were awarded. The award has changed its name several times, and between 1993 and 2001, it became two separate categories; from 1991 to 1992, the award was called Best Episode in a Television Drama, Series or Serial; from 1993 to 2001 the award was split into Best Episode in a Television Drama Series and Best Episode in a Television Drama Serial and; from 1998 to 2001 Best Episode in a Drama Serial was changed to ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Australian Academy Of Cinema And Television Arts
The Australian Academy of Cinema and Television Arts (AACTA) is a professional organisation of film and television practitioners in Australia. The Academy's aim is "to identify, award, promote, and celebrate Australia's greatest achievements in film and television". It was established in August 2011 with the backing of the Australian Film Institute (AFI) to act as its industry engagement arm and to administer the AACTA Awards (formerly the Australian Film Institute Awards, also known as the AFI Awards) which rewards achievements in Australian feature film, television, documentary and short films. The Academy is composed of 15 Chapters, each of which represents different screen artists including actors, directors, producers and writers, and it is overseen by the Academy's president and the Honorary Council. Australian actor Geoffrey Rush was the inaugural President from 2011 to 2017, and hosted the inaugural AACTA Awards in January 2012. Background The Australian Academy of ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Jane Scott (film Producer)
Jane Scott is a British-born Australian film producer. Scott was born in Epsom, Surrey. From a background in magazine journalism in the UK, she started out in the film industry at The British Film Institute Production Board working for three years as Production Coordinator. In 1972 Scott began her association with Australian film-making with Bruce Beresford on ''The Adventures of Barry McKenzie'', setting up the production in London and completing the film in Australia. Jane returned to Australia in 1973 for Reg Grundy Enterprises to work on a number of productions and again in 1974 as associate producer on ''Barry Mckenzie Holds His Own''. Over more than thirty years in the film industry Scott has worked on a number of feature films, television productions and television commercials. Titles of some of the films she has been involved with include ''My Brilliant Career'', ''Crocodile Dundee'', ''Crocodile Dundee II'', and '' Strictly Ballroom''. '' Shine'', which Scott produc ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Bruce Best
Bruce Best is an Australian director and producer known for his long association with ''A Country Practice''. He was also one of the first people to cast Cate Blanchett, putting her in the show ''Heartland''. accessed 21 July 2014 Select Credits *''A Country Practice'' - director *''Family and Friends'' - producer *''G.P.'' - producer *''Pacific Drive'' - producer *''Queen of the Road'' - directorReferences External links *[...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Heartland (Australian TV Series)
''Heartland'' was an Australian television drama series that ran on the Australian Broadcasting Corporation in 1994. It ran for thirteen episodes and starred Cate Blanchett and Ernie Dingo. The show was also known as ''Burned Bridge'' in some countries. At the ARIA Music Awards of 1995, the album was nominated for ARIA Award for Best Original Soundtrack, Cast or Show Album.ARIA Award previous winners. Plot summary ''Heartland'' deals with the mystery surrounding the death of an Aboriginal girl and the doubts concerning the guilt of her boyfriend, who is arrested for her murder. It is also a love story between two of the people convinced of his innocence — their growing relationship must survive hostility from both the white and black communities and the obstacles of their different backgrounds, attitudes and cultures. Set in a small coastal town against the turmoils of murder, mystery and romance, ''Heartland'' follows the people from this seaside community and their bat ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Sue Masters
Sue Masters is an Australian television producer who is currently the executive producer of drama for Special Broadcasting Service (SBS). Family Master's mother Olga Masters was a journalist and writer. Her siblings Roy, Ian, Quentin, Chris and Deb have all been notably involved in media, television and film. Career From 1983 to 2000, Masters worked at the Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC). During her career, Masters has produced and executive produced multi-award-winning drama series, including ''Brides of Christ'', ''SeaChange'', ''The Road from Coorain'' and ''Changi''. From 2000 to 2009, Masters was executive producer of Drama for Channel Ten. Under her stewardship, successful series ''The Secret Life of Us'' and ''White Collar Blue'' were commissioned. In 2009, Masters returned to work with the ABC, and in 2014 she joined SBS. Masters features in a 2011 ''Australian Story'' episode that details her work with members of the controversial Bra Boys "gang" Macario De ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Damnation Of Harvey McHugh
''The Damnation of Harvey McHugh'' was an Australian television miniseries made by the ABC. The series consists of 12 episodes and was first broadcast on the ABC in 1994 from 2 June to 18 August of that year. Overview Cast and crew The series was created by John Misto and co-written by Misto, Graeme Koetsveld and Ray Kolle It was produced by Penny Chapman and the episodes were variously directed by Michael Carson, Robert Klenner, Geoffrey Nottage and Amanda Smith The series starred Aaron Blabey as Harvey, Monica Maughan as his mother, Mrs McHugh and Philip Quast as "the Minister", Michael Muldoon. Supporting cast The supporting cast included: *Ronald Faulk (Dr. Voysner) *Richard Piper (Gordon Robertson) *Roger Oakley (Bernard) *Daniel Rigney (Frank) *Jane Borghesi (Gina) *Bruce Myles (Father Healy) *Emma Strand (Diane) *Michael Burkett (Morris) Synopsis This sharp black comedy, with strong elements of political satire, follows the misadventures of a naive young clerk, Harve ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
1994 Australian Film Institute Awards
The 36th Australian Film Institute Awards (generally known as the AFI Awards) were held in 1994. Presented by the Australian Film Institute (AFI), the awards celebrated the best in Australian feature film, television, documentary and short film productions of the year. Feature film Additional awards Television Non-feature film See also * List of Australian films of 1993 * List of Australian films of 1994 References External links The Australian Film Institute , Australian Academy of Cinema and Television Arts official website {{Australian Film Institute Awards AACTA Awards ceremonies AACTA Awards The Australian Academy of Cinema and Television Arts Awards, known as the AACTA Awards, are presented annually by the Australian Academy of Cinema and Television Arts (AACTA). The awards recognise excellence in the film and television industry, ... 1994 in Australian cinema ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
1994 In Australian Television
Events *18 January – Australian police drama series ''Blue Heelers'' premieres on Seven Network. *28 January – American animated series ''Rugrats'' makes its debut on ABC at 5:30 pm. *31 January – American children's action TV series ''Mighty Morphin' Power Rangers'' debuts on Seven Network. *31 January – A sequel to the Australian family film ''Clowning Around'' called '' Clowning Around II'' airs on Seven Network. *February – Derryn Hinch has taken over Ray Martin's place as host of the Australian award-winning daytime talk program ''Midday''. *7 February – Nicky Buckley replaces Jo Bailey as Glenn Ridge's co-host on ''Sale Of The Century'', where she would remain for the next 6 years. *10 February – American science fiction television series ''The X-Files'' makes it debut on Network Ten. *11 February – The ABC has inked a deal to sell its children's TV series ''Bananas in Pyjamas'' to various countries around the world. The series has been sold for broadca ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
1993 Australian Film Institute Awards
The 35th Australian Film Institute Awards (generally known as the AFI Awards) were held on 5 November 1993. Presented by the Australian Film Institute (AFI), the awards celebrated the best in Australian feature film, documentary, short film and television productions of 1993. Eighteen feature films were nominated. Jane Campion's '' The Piano'' dominated the feature film awards with eleven awards including Best Film. ''Blackfellas'' won two awards for adapted screenplay and actor in a supporting role, and '' On My Own'' received a single award for actress in a supporting role. Television awards were shared between various productions such as miniseries ''The Leaving of Liverpool'' and drama series '' Phoenix'' and ''G.P.''. Producer Sue Milliken received the Raymond Longford Award The Longford Lyell Award is a lifetime achievement award presented by the Australian Academy of Cinema and Television Arts (AACTA), a non-profit organisation whose aim is "to identify, award, promote ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
1993 In Australian Television
Events *4 January – Australian long-running children's series ''Mr. Squiggle'' returns to the ABC for a brand new series. The approximate running time is 5 minutes. *11 January – The Australian version of the hit game show series ''Jeopardy!'' hosted by ex-''Sale of the Century'' host Tony Barber begins a brief run on Network Ten. *1 February – '' The Morning Show'', rebranding its name to ''Good Morning Australia'' (as ''GMA with Bert Newton'') after the original title name for the previous breakfast show started in 1981 ended. ''The Morning Show'' was the future title of a morning programme which made its debut 14 years later. *3 February – In '' Neighbours'', this was Toby Mangel, Dorothy Burke and Bouncer's last episode together. *5 February – Australian travel magazine series '' The Great Outdoors'' begins on Seven Network. *7 February – The ABC launches its first foray into early-morning news and current affairs with a brand new programme called '' First Edition ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Bill Hughes (producer)
William, Will or Bill Hughes may refer to: Politics * Billy Hughes (1862–1952), Prime Minister of Australia during WWI * William Hughes, 1st Baron Dinorben (1767–1852), British industrialist, politician and benefactor * William Hughes, Baron Hughes (1911–1999), Scottish Labour Party politician * William Hughes (Brooklyn), Assemblyman in the 117th New York State Legislature (1894) * William Hughes (U.S. senator) (1872–1918), U.S. Representative and Senator from New Jersey * William Hughes (Wisconsin politician) (1841–1899), member of the Wisconsin State Assembly * William Bulkeley Hughes (1797–1882), Welsh politician * William Clark Hughes (1868–1930), Speaker of the Louisiana House of Representatives * William Edgar Hughes (1840–1918), member of the Texas House of Representatives * William H. Hughes (1864–1903), American businessman and politician from New York * William J. Hughes (1932–2019), U.S. Representative from New Jersey and ambassador * William M ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Phoenix (Australian TV Series)
''Phoenix'' is a Logie Award-winning Australian crime drama television series broadcast by the Australian Broadcasting Corporation from 1992 to 1993. It was created by Alison Nisselle and Tony McDonald. The first series recounts the investigation of the bombing of a Victorian police social function, loosely based on the real life Russell Street Bombing in 1986. It was followed by a second series, ''Phoenix II'', based on a series of violent aggravated burglaries ("ag burgs") against wealthy senior citizens. The series was filmed in Melbourne, Victoria and was characterised by its dark, noir-ish visual tone and non-linear editing, reminiscent of the ABC crime dramas '' Scales of Justice'', '' Blue Murder'' and '' Wildside'', which all also dealt with corruption in the police force. The show was lauded for its realistic depiction of police investigation techniques, aided by extensive research by the show's writers. It won several Logie Awards, including Most Outstanding Miniser ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |