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Release Year1978
Runtime1h 14m
LanguageEnglish
CertificationNR
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DirectorRoss Jennings
WritersIan Mune, Arthur Baysting
TypeFeature Film
RatingNot rated yet
Cast10 credited
Also Known AsThe Mad Dog Gang Meets Rotten Fred and Ratsguts
About The Mad Dog Gang Meets Rotten Fred and Ratsguts
In this award-winning children's adventure created by Ian Mune, Tony (Ian Templeton) and Suey (Julie Wilson) spend time on their uncle's farm and become country kids — riding horses to school and getting stick from mouthy classmate Harvey (Buddy Ruruku). The trio are fascinated by local drifter 'Rotten' Fred, whose dog Ratsguts is rumoured to be a sheep killer. They form the Mad Dog gang, uncovering Fred's history and protecting him from vindictive farmer Wilkie (John Bach). Directed by Ross Jennings, this telemovie combines three half-hour episodes. It was named Best Drama at the 1979 Feltex Television Awards.
Directed by Ross Jennings, The Mad Dog Gang Meets Rotten Fred and Ratsguts leans on a strong ensemble — Buddy Ruruku, Ian Templeton, Julie Wilson — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.
The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about screen titles of 1978.
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