Movie

The Getting of Wisdom

★ 5.4(17)19771h 41m

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Good to know

Director: Bruce Beresford
Release date: 1977-08-25
Runtime: 1h 41m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: Australia
Studio: Australian Film Commission

About The Getting of Wisdom

The Getting of Wisdom is a 1977 movie in the Drama genre, directed by Bruce Beresford, starring Susannah Fowle, Hilary Ryan and Terence Donovan. It has a runtime of 1 hour 41 minutes. It holds an average rating of 5.4/10 from 17 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Getting of Wisdom in Belgium — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Based on the 1910 novel by Henry Handel Richardson, thought to be an account of her own schooldays at the Presbyterian Ladies College in Melbourne. A young girl, Laura Tweedle-Rambotham who grew up in the outback, and at around the age of 14, is sent off by her poor mother who has scrimped and saved for her to go to a prestigious women’s private college in Melbourne, the Presbyterian Ladies College.

Cast

Susannah Fowle

Laura Tweedle Rambotham

Hilary Ryan

Evelyn

Terence Donovan

Tom McNamara

Patricia Kennedy

Miss Chapman

Sheila Helpmann

Mrs. Gurley

Candy Raymond

Miss Zielinski

Barry Humphries

Rev. Strachey

John Waters

Rev. Shepherd

Kerry Armstrong

Kate

Sigrid Thornton

Maria

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Getting of Wisdom in Belgium?+

The Getting of Wisdom is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Belgium. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The Getting of Wisdom on Netflix?+

The Getting of Wisdom is not on Netflix in Belgium right now.

How long is The Getting of Wisdom?+

The Getting of Wisdom has a runtime of 1 hour 41 minutes (101 minutes).

Who stars in The Getting of Wisdom?+

The Getting of Wisdom stars Susannah Fowle, Hilary Ryan, Terence Donovan, Patricia Kennedy and Sheila Helpmann.

When did The Getting of Wisdom come out?+

The Getting of Wisdom is a 1977 movie directed by Bruce Beresford.

What genre is The Getting of Wisdom?+

The Getting of Wisdom is Drama film.

Who directed The Getting of Wisdom?+

The Getting of Wisdom was directed by Bruce Beresford.