Lilian's Story

September. 25,1997      
Rating:
6.3
Trailer Synopsis Cast

For forty years Lilian Singer has been locked up in a 'loony bin' by her father. Her release is eventually secured by her eccentric Aunt Kitty and her brother, John. Lilian starts to carve out a place for herself. As she explores Sydney and the people who live and work around her she sees others looking for love. Lilian shows us it is never too late to change your life and that even unusual choices can bring contentment.

Ruth Cracknell as  Lilian Singer
Barry Otto as  John Singer / Albion Singer
Toni Collette as  Young Lilian Singer
John Flaus as  Frank
Susie Lindeman as  Jewel
Anne-Louise Lambert as  Mother
Essie Davis as  Zara
Jeff Truman as  Head Orderly
Fiona Press as  Ruby
Matt Doran as  Johnny

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