Hunting (film)


Hunting is a 1991 Australian drama film written and directed by Frank Howson, starring John Savage, Kerry Armstrong and Guy Pearce.

Plot

An American business tycoon, Michael Bergman, arrives in Melbourne and has an affair with Michelle, a married secretary, who works for the stockbroking firm of which he is a client. Michelle is drawn in by his rich and glamorous lifestyle and charismatic manner, but the more involved she gets, the more she realises how ruthless and morally bankrupt he is.

Cast

Production

Frank Howson says it was a requirement of the investors that he cast an American in the lead. Filming began in Melbourne in April 1989, with the movie being called "Australia's Wall Street ".
Howson had made three films with Pino Amenta directing but wanted to direct Hunting himself.

Reception

Filmink thought the movie had "a sensational performance by Kerry Armstrong" but was "totally undermined by the casting of John Savage, whose role should’ve been played by Guy Pearce."

Soundtrack

As well as appearing in the film, Guy Pearce recorded a single called The Promise. The music video featured scenes from the film.