Squizzy Taylor (film)
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Squizzy Taylor is a 1982 Australian drama film based on the life of Melbourne gangster, Squizzy Taylor, directed by Kevin James Dobson and starring David Atkins, Jacki Weaver and Alan Cassell.
Cast
- Alan Cassell as Det. Brophy
- David Atkins as Squizzy Taylor
- Jacki Weaver as Dolly
- Robert Hughes as Reg Harvey
- Steve Bisley as 'Snowy' Cutmore
- Michael Long as Det. Piggott
- Kim Lewis as Ida Pender
- Cul Cullen as Henry Stokes
- Peter Hosking as Angus Murray
- Tony Rickards as Dutch
- Simon Thorpe as Paddy
- Paul Trahair as Young Detective
- Peter Paulson as 'Long' Harry Slater
- David Scott as 'Bunny' Whiting
- Jenni Caffin as Tart with Squizzy
- Jonathan Sweet as Snowy's mate
Production
Writer Roger Simpson had been researching the period since he helped adapt Power Without Glory (1976). The filmmakers also used research done by Nigel Buesst for his film on Squizzy Taylor.[1]
The film was shot on location in Melbourne. Its critical and commercial response was limited.[2]
Home media
Squizzy Taylor was released on DVD with a new transfer by Umbrella Entertainment in July 2007. The DVD is compatible with all region codes and includes special features such as the theatrical trailer and a featurette titled The Rise and Fall of Squizzy Taylor.[3]
On 11 November 2012 the film was made available on Umbrella Entertainment Streaming Services.
DVD Releases
| Title | Format | Ep # | Discs | Release Date | Special Features | Distributors |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Squizzy Taylor | DVD | Film | 01 | July 2007 | Theatrical Trailer | Umbrella Entertainment |
Online Streaming
| Title | Release Date | Special Features | Distributors |
|---|---|---|---|
| Squizzy Taylor | July 2007
2019 |
Theatrical Trailer
The Rise and Fall of Squizzy Taylor Special Features not available on Amazon Prime |
Umbrella Entertainment |
See also
References
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External links
- Squizzy Taylor at the National Film and Sound Archive
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- Squizzy Taylor at Oz Movies
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- 1982 films
- Australian crime drama films
- Australian biographical films
- Crime films based on actual events
- Australian independent films
- Films shot in Melbourne
- 1982 crime drama films
- Films scored by Bruce Smeaton
- Films directed by Kevin James Dobson
- 1980s English-language films
- 1980s Australian films
- 1982 independent films
- English-language independent films
- English-language crime drama films