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The Getting of Wisdom (1977)

Movie ★ 5.4 101 min

Drama

Based on the 1910 novel by Henry Handel Richardson, thought to be an account of her own schooldays at the Presbyterian Ladies College in Melbourne. A young girl, Laura Tweedle-Rambotham who grew up in the outback, and at around the age of 14, is sent off by her poor mother who has scrimped and saved for her to go to a prestigious women’s private college in Melbourne, the Presbyterian Ladies College.

Bruce Beresford Director Eleanor Witcombe Writer

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Quick facts

Released
August 25, 1977
Runtime
101 min
IMDb
tt0076079
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Cast

Susannah Fowle Laura Tweedle Rambotham Hilary Ryan Evelyn Terence Donovan Terence Donovan Tom McNamara Patricia Kennedy Miss Chapman Sheila Helpmann Mrs. Gurley Candy Raymond Candy Raymond Miss Zielinski Barry Humphries Barry Humphries Rev. Strachey John Waters John Waters Rev. Shepherd Kerry Armstrong Kerry Armstrong Kate Sigrid Thornton Sigrid Thornton Maria

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Frequently asked questions

What is The Getting of Wisdom about?
Based on the 1910 novel by Henry Handel Richardson, thought to be an account of her own schooldays at the Presbyterian Ladies College in Melbourne. A young girl, Laura Tweedle-Rambotham who grew up in the outback, and at around the age of 14, is sent off by her poor mother who has scrimped and saved for her to go to a prestigious women’s private college in Melbourne, the Presbyterian Ladies College.
Who directed The Getting of Wisdom?
The Getting of Wisdom was directed by Bruce Beresford.
Who stars in The Getting of Wisdom?
The Getting of Wisdom stars Susannah Fowle, Hilary Ryan, Terence Donovan, Patricia Kennedy.
When was The Getting of Wisdom released?
The Getting of Wisdom is a 1977 drama film.
Where can I watch The Getting of Wisdom?
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