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Hartley

Original title: The Heartbreak Kid
  • 1993
  • 1h 37m
IMDb RATING
6.2/10
736
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Hartley (1993)
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A first-year teacher in the suburbs of Melbourne starts to have second thoughts about her future when she develops a bond with a teenage student.A first-year teacher in the suburbs of Melbourne starts to have second thoughts about her future when she develops a bond with a teenage student.A first-year teacher in the suburbs of Melbourne starts to have second thoughts about her future when she develops a bond with a teenage student.

  • Director
    • Michael Jenkins
  • Writers
    • Richard Barrett
    • Michael Jenkins
  • Stars
    • Claudia Karvan
    • Alex Dimitriades
    • Steve Bastoni
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  • IMDb RATING
    6.2/10
    736
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • Michael Jenkins
    • Writers
      • Richard Barrett
      • Michael Jenkins
    • Stars
      • Claudia Karvan
      • Alex Dimitriades
      • Steve Bastoni
    • 12User reviews
    • 2Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 1 win & 3 nominations total

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    Claudia Karvan
    Claudia Karvan
    • Christina Papadopoulos
    Alex Dimitriades
    Alex Dimitriades
    • Nick Polides
    Steve Bastoni
    Steve Bastoni
    • Dimitri
    Nick Lathouris
    Nick Lathouris
    • George
    • (as Nico Lathouris)
    George Vidalis
    • Vasili
    Louise Mandylor
    • Eleni
    Doris Younane
    Doris Younane
    • Evdokia
    William McInnes
    William McInnes
    • Southgate
    Jasper Bagg
    Jasper Bagg
    • Graham
    Fonda Goniadis
    • Con
    Vikash Prasad
    • Vikash
    Bao Quach
    Bao Quach
    • Tran
    Katherine Halliday
    • Maria
    • (as Kathy Halliday)
    Chaka Johnson
    • Soula
    Keith Iosifidis
    • Manolis
    Perry Stamatopoulos
    • Kosta
    Scott Major
    Scott Major
    • Rivers
    Vince Filomeno
    • Giordano
    • Director
      • Michael Jenkins
    • Writers
      • Richard Barrett
      • Michael Jenkins
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    User reviews12

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    mmunier

    Kid, does not put hard brake!

    Interesting attempt. One may think that it is very predictable and one may be right thinking so... I said 'maybe'. Some of it is predictable and perhaps unthinkable, especiality if you consider this is depicted in Melbourne but mostly among a Greek community. These kind of situations had been real events and one wonders what direction it will go or end in. I found it pleasing the way it was handled with no melodramatic add on. So what you may have predict, may not happen. This is worth noting as this story follows a course that some may not agree with whilst in today's environment it may not be so out of reality. Perhaps forgetable but still quite entertaining and somehow thought provoking.
    sameera_ml

    A nice touchy Film

    While it is not a masterpiece it succeed in arousing the viewers passion and sympathy. The story maybe used before, but the script and acting give it a fresher look. Of course the two lovers act beautifully ( In bed and Out of it). And they look beautifull.
    esel22

    strong relationships

    When i sat down to watch this film i thought that it would be another story about a kids infatuation with an older person, and it would go nowhere. But i was very supprised and pleased that it had some depth to it. Nick falls in love with his teacher and at first she doesnt want to know, as she is engaged and is planning a big wedding. Nick persists and she finally gives in. I dont want to give too much away about the film, but if your looking for a film about very strong relationships, then definatly see this one.
    7riley_abbott

    Not Sydney

    Definitely not filmed in Sydney this one. Someone needs to update this
    9robertconnell-62752

    Still making waves 32 years after its release !

    Very limited in what I can say but Claudia Kavan is a Knockout in this one, intelligence, beauty, poise, you name it, frankly exudes challenge and sexuality. Alex Dimitriades terrific too, both immersed themselves in their respective characters. The film is Erotic, very Erotic, but not Pornographic. Maybe best to try for a DVD which hopefully will contain the Director's Cut as Edited and approved by The Federal Censor, some evidence that the Television Stations are diluting and destroying the continuity of Erotic Scenes between Kavan and Dimitriades. All the support cast tops in this one, with Direction and Script First-Class. A thought provoking, memorable film, with some great lines if you concentrate and some lessons too.

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    • Trivia
      Led to the spinoff TV series "Heartbreak High."
    • Quotes

      Nick Polides: [to Christina] I love you, Bubba.

    • Connections
      Referenced in Top Gear Australia: Road Trip of Dreams (2008)
    • Soundtracks
      Teacher I Need You
      Written by Elton John & Bernie Taupin

      Performed by Stephen Cummings

      Published by Dick James Music Ltd. / PolyGram Music

      Produced by David Hirschfelder

      Courtesy of Polydor Records (Australia)

      Recorded at Metropolis Studios, Melbourne

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    • Release date
      • June 17, 1993 (Australia)
    • Country of origin
      • Australia
    • Languages
      • English
      • Greek
    • Also known as
      • The Heartbreak Kid
    • Filming locations
      • Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
    • Production company
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    • Runtime
      1 hour 37 minutes
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Stereo

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