On the beach [videorecording] / Showtime presents in association with the Australian Film Finance Corporation a Southern Star/Sullivan production ; in association with Coote/Hayes Productions ; executive producers, Errol Sullivan, Greg Coote, Jeffrey Hayes ; teleplay by David Williamson and Bill Kerby ; based on the screenplay by John Paxton and the novel by Nevil Shute ; produced by John Edwards ; directed by Russell Mulcahy.
Based on the novel by Nevil Shute. "Rated 18 - Not suitable for under 18 years". DVD features: digitally mastered, interactive menues, chapter selections. Restricted to home use or face to face teaching. Armand Assante, Riachel Ward, Bryan Brown.
Summary:
Radioactive fallout from a nuclear war has wiped out the entire northern hemisphere. Australia is the only civilized area spared from destruction. With fallout expected momentarily, the Australians review their lives, establish new relationships and prepare for their tragic demise.
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