Backroads(1977)
Synopsis
Two strangers – one white, one black – steal a car in western NSW and head for the coast. Jack is abrasive, cunning and disparaging about Aborigines. Gary doesn’t really care – he just wants to escape. En route, they pick up Gary’s Uncle Joe, a French hitchhiker and a young woman who’s running away. Their petty crimes escalate as they go, heading towards disaster.
Directed by Phillip Noyce
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Where can I watch Backroads?+
Backroads is available to stream on Kanopy. Availability varies by country and changes over time.
When did Backroads come out?+
Backroads was released in 1977.
How long is Backroads?+
Backroads runs for 61 minutes (1 hour and 1 minutes).
Who directed Backroads?+
Backroads was directed by Phillip Noyce.
Who stars in Backroads?+
Backroads stars Bill Hunter, Gary Foley, Zac Martin, Terry Camilleri and Julie McGregor.
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