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.
Squizzy Taylor | |
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Directed by | Kevin James Dobson |
Written by | Roger Simpson |
Produced by | Roger le Mesurier |
Starring |
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Music by | Bruce Smeaton |
Distributed by | Filmways Umbrella Entertainment |
Release date | 1982 |
Running time | 97 minutes |
Country | Australia |
Language | English |
Budget | A$1.7 million[1] |
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.[2]
The film was shot on location in Melbourne. Its critical and commercial response was limited.[3]
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.[4]
On 11 November 2012 the film was made available on Umbrella Entertainment Streaming Services.
Title | Format | Ep # | Discs | Release Date | Special Features | Distributors |
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Squizzy Taylor | DVD | Film | 01 | July 2007 | Theatrical Trailer
The Rise and Fall of Squizzy Taylor |
Umbrella Entertainment |
Title | Release Date | Special Features | Distributors |
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Squizzy Taylor | July 2007
2019 |
Theatrical Trailer
The Rise and Fall of Squizzy Taylor Special Features not available on Amazon Prime |
Umbrella Entertainment
Amazon Prime |
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