Directed by:
Michael ThornhillScreenplay:
Terry LarsenCinematography:
David GribbleComposer:
Jim ManziePlots(1)
Suburban Australia in the late 70s. It was the era of the drive-in movie, the Chico Roll girl and the beloved FJ. Evocative of both the period and location, The F.J. Holden chronicles the misadventures of Kevin and Bob, a couple of teenage rev-heads on their way to becoming adults. By day they work in a wrecking yard, by night they cruise around in the ultimate chick-magnet a yellow FJ. Boasting alcohol-fuelled escapades, back seat sex, illegal drag racing, a classic Oz rock soundtrack (featuring Ol' 55, Skyhooks and Renee Geyer) and the screen debut of future star Sigrid Thornton, THE FJ HOLDEN forged a strong connection with 70s mainstream male and female audiences and today remains a classic true-to-life tale of Aussie teens surviving in the suburban sprawl. (Umbrella Entertainment)
(more)Cast
Sigrid Thornton
Australia
Best movies:
All the Rivers Run (1983) (series)
The Lighthorsemen (1987)
The Man from Snowy River (1982)
Gary Waddell
Australia
Best movies:
The Proposition (2005)
Charlie's Country (2013)
Chopper (2000)
Frankie J. Holden
Best movies:
A Cry in the Dark (1988)
The Chain Reaction (1980)
The Odd Angry Shot (1979)
John Gaden
Australia
Best movies:
Muriel's Wedding (1994)
Children of the Revolution (1996)
Mad Dog Morgan (1976)