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Release Year1984
Runtime1h 53m
LanguageEnglish
CertificationPG
GenresDrama
Votes5
DirectorIgor Auzins
WritersPeter Schreck
TypeFeature Film
Rating4.8 out of 10
Cast10 credited
Also Known AsThe Coolangatta Gold
About The Coolangatta Gold
Steve Lucas is a nineteen year old who is filled with the burning resentment of being forced to live in his brother's shadow. His brother Adam, is burdened by his father's desire for glory, and must win The Coolangatta Gold Tri-Aquathon, It is the greatest endurance test of them all: a marathon involving a 20 kilometer beach run, 6 kilometer swim and a 17 kilometer surf ski from Surfers Paradise along the golden arc of beach to Coolangatta and back to the start. The Coolangatta Gold is a story of human endeavor and endurance against overwhelming odds.
Directed by Igor Auzins, The Coolangatta Gold leans on a strong ensemble — Joss McWilliam, Colin Friels, Nick Tate — 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 drama titles of 1984.
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