The King of the Two Day Wonder

The King of the Two Day Wonder is a 1979 Australian film.[1] It was directed by Kevin Anderson, and starred Walter Dobrowolski and Sigrid Thornton. Anderson's first dramatic film, it was made with a low budget over a period of four years.[2] It was screened at the 1978 Chicago International Film Festival, (where it was nominated for a Gold Hugo Award.)[1] and the Mannheim International Film Festival in 1978.

The King of the Two Day Wonder
Directed byKevin Anderson
Produced byWalter Dobrowolski
Kevin Anderson
CinematographyKevin Anderson
Edited byKevin Anderson
Release date
28 May 1979 (Sydney)
Running time
66 mins
CountryAustralia
LanguageEnglish

Plot

A writer of pulp detective novels has trouble finishing his latest book. The film follows him through a creative dilemma.[2]

Cast

  • Walter Dobrowolski as Robert Damien / Blake
  • Sigrid Thornton as Christy
  • Allen Bickford as Barry
  • James Robertson as Assassin
  • Maureen O'Loughlin as Ondine

Reception

The film was not a commercial success.[1] It has been noted for technical sophistication and creative cinematography, but criticized for being overly stylistic.[2]

References

  1. The King of the Two Day Wonder at Oz Movies
  2. "The King of the Two Day Wonder". Cinema Papers, July–August 1979, pages 69-71. Jack Clancy


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