

Fast Talking
1984-08-16 · 95 min · ★ 6.6
A bright young teenager from a broken home uses his quick wits and glib tongue to get out of trouble - but they also get him into it.
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- Directors
- Ken Cameron
- Production companies
- Australian Film Commission, Merchant Ivory Productions, Filmtrex
- Countries
- Australia
- Status
- Released
Top Cast
Rod ZuanicSteve Carson
Steve BisleyRedback
Tracy MannSharon Hart
Peter HehirRalph Carson
Christopher TruswellMoose
Julie McGregorSteve's Mother
Peter CollingwoodPrincipal
Richard CarterGeography Teacher
Alistair DuncanSchool Inspector
Genevieve MooyYates' SecretaryTitle information and images are supplied by TMDb. Explore our discovery guide for advice on comparing metadata and legal viewing options.
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